Classic Philly Cheesesteak Pasta: Easy, Cheesy Comfort Food Recipe
Classic Philly Cheesesteak Pasta brings the iconic flavors of a Philly cheesesteak sandwich into a creamy, cheesy pasta dish. It features tender, thinly sliced steak, sautéed bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms, all tossed with penne or similar pasta in a rich sauce made from heavy cream or half-and-half and melted provolone and Parmesan cheeses. This hearty dish is a comforting and indulgent one-pan meal perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound penne pasta or pappardelle/tagliatelle
- 1 pound ribeye or sirloin steak thinly sliced against the grain
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion sliced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
- 3-4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- ½ cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce optional
- 1-2 cups shredded provolone cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt black pepper, Italian seasoning (optional) to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water for thinning sauce if needed.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; season steak slices with salt, pepper, and optionally Italian seasoning, then cook until browned and just cooked through; remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add more oil if needed; sauté onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms until softened and slightly caramelized. Add garlic in the last minute and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce; bring to a simmer and let thicken slightly.
- Reduce heat and stir in provolone and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Return steak and cooked pasta to the skillet; toss everything together until pasta is coated and steak is evenly distributed. Add reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For best texture, slice steak thinly against the grain.
- Use freshly grated cheeses for better melting and flavor.
- You can add extra vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for nutrition.
- If sauce thickens too much upon standing, loosen with a splash of broth or pasta water.
- Swap pasta for gluten-free options if needed.
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