Description
Savor hearty Philly Cheesesteak Pasta, a mouthwatering fusion of classic sandwich flavors and comforting pasta. Bold ingredients meld together, creating a delicious one-pot meal that brings Philadelphia’s iconic sandwich to your dinner table with irresistible charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 0.5 lb deli-style roast beef, sliced
- 2 large eggs
Pasta and Dairy:
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 2 cups shredded provolone cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup cream cheese
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 1 large green bell pepper, diced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.25 cup beef broth
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then sauté sliced onions and diced green bell peppers until they become soft and slightly caramelized, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the vegetable mixture and cook for an additional 30 seconds, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
- Incorporate ground beef into the skillet, breaking it down with a wooden spoon and cooking until browned and no pink remains, about 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in roast beef slices, beef broth, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano, allowing the mixture to simmer and develop rich flavors for 3-4 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and fold in cream cheese, stirring until it melts and creates a creamy sauce coating the meat and vegetables.
- Gently mix the cooked pasta into the meat mixture, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Sprinkle provolone and mozzarella cheeses over the pasta, then cover the skillet and let the cheeses melt completely for 2-3 minutes.
- Whisk eggs in a separate bowl, then slowly incorporate them into the pasta to create a luxurious, silky texture.
- Remove from heat, let stand for 2 minutes, then serve hot, garnishing with additional herbs if desired.
Notes
- Select high-quality beef with good marbling for maximum flavor and tenderness in your Philly Cheesesteak Pasta.
- Drain pasta slightly before fully cooked to prevent mushy texture when mixing with meat sauce.
- Quickly sauté vegetables on high heat to maintain crisp texture and caramelize natural sugars.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like sharp cheddar or pepper jack for unique taste variations.
- Use low-sodium beef broth to control salt levels and prevent over-seasoning the dish.
- Whisk eggs carefully and temper them gradually to avoid scrambling when adding to hot pasta.
- Make this recipe gluten-free by substituting regular pasta with chickpea or zucchini noodles.
- Allow dish to rest briefly after cooking to help sauce thicken and flavors meld together.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 738
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 830 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 41 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg