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Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese

Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese is a comforting, high-protein meal ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 800 g lean ground beef Turkey or chickpeas can also work here.
  • 20 g butter Or olive oil for sautéing.
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic Fresh garlic enhances flavor beautifully.
  • 100 g chopped white onion Red onion is a mild alternative.
  • 75 g chopped red bell pepper These colorful veggies offer sweetness.
  • 75 g chopped green bell pepper
  • 75 g chopped yellow bell pepper
  • salt To taste.
  • pepper To taste.
  • paprika To taste.
  • chili flakes To taste.
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 140 g light cream cheese Standard cream cheese can be substituted.
  • 50 g shredded mozzarella Feel free to try any melting cheese.
  • 3-4 light cheese slices Different cheese types can vary the flavor.
  • 125 ml reserved pasta water Binds the sauce and adjusts its consistency.
For the Pasta Base
  • 240 g dry macaroni Choose whole wheat or chickpea pasta for extra protein.
For Garnish
  • Fresh parsley An optional touch that adds freshness.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • colander

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Cook a large pot of salted water over high heat. Add 240g of dry macaroni and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 125ml of the pasta water, drain, and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 20g of butter over medium heat. Add 1 tbsp of minced garlic, 100g of chopped white onion, and 75g each of chopped red, green, and yellow bell peppers. Sauté for about 4-5 minutes until softened.
  3. Crumble in 800g of lean ground beef, stirring to combine. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart until no pink remains. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and chili flakes to taste.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Stir in 140g of light cream cheese, 50g of shredded mozzarella, and 3-4 cheese slices until melted into a creamy sauce, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add reserved pasta and 125ml pasta water to the skillet, mixing well to coat the macaroni. Stir for another 2-3 minutes to thicken the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 45gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

This dish can be adapted with different proteins or vegetables and is best served immediately for optimal flavor and texture.

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