Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Philly Cheesesteak pasta, a delightful fusion of classic cheesesteak flavors and comforting pasta. This savory dish combines tender rigatoni noodles with ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and a rich provolone cheese sauce, making it a perfect choice for family dinners or gatherings. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavor and kid-friendly appeal. Enjoy the ease of cleanup with minimal pots used while ensuring a hearty meal that satisfies everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 10 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 1 large green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup provolone cheese, diced or shredded
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat; season with salt and pepper. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté mushrooms, bell pepper, and onion in the same skillet until softened. Add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- In a separate skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour for one minute. Gradually stir in milk and half-and-half; simmer until thickened.
- Stir in provolone cheese until melted. Combine cheese sauce with cooked pasta, half of the beef, and vegetable mixture.
- Transfer to a serving dish, top with remaining beef and veggies, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American-Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg