Penne Meets Philly: This Cheesesteak Pasta Is Everything You Crave

Penne Meets Philly: This Cheesesteak Pasta Is Everything You Crave

Imagine the iconic flavors of a Philly cheesesteak — savory beef, sautéed onions and peppers, melty cheese — now wrapped around perfectly cooked penne pasta. That’s exactly what you get with this

Prep: min | Cook: min | Total: min

Servings:

Ingredients

• 8 oz penne pasta
• 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
• 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color)
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cups cooked, sliced beef or a beef substitute
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Ingredient Swaps & Notes:
• Cheese: Swap provolone for mozzarella, white American, or even a blend for extra creaminess.
• Protein Options: Use thinly sliced steak, leftover roast, or even plant-based beef-style strips.
• Broth Boost: For more umami, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce.
• Extra Veggies: Mushrooms or spinach blend beautifully into the mix.
• Step-by-Step Instructions:
• Cook the Pasta: Boil the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
• Sauté the Veggies: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium. Add sliced onion and bell pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes, until softened.
• Add Beef & Spices: Stir in your cooked beef, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until beef is heated through.
• Simmer with Broth: Pour in beef broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 3–4 minutes to meld the flavors.
• Combine Pasta & Cheese: Stir in cooked penne pasta. Gradually add provolone cheese, stirring until it melts and forms a creamy sauce.
• Finish & Serve: Taste, adjust seasoning, and garnish with fresh parsley.
• Tips for Success:
• Use Freshly Shredded Cheese: Pre-shredded cheese often has anti-caking agents that affect melting. Fresh provolone melts best.
• Simmer, Don’t Boil: A gentle simmer helps flavors infuse without over-reducing the broth.
• Add Cheese Slowly: Incorporating cheese gradually ensures a smooth sauce.
• Serving Suggestions & Pairings:
• Dorito Casserole – A crunchy, cheesy sidekick with Tex-Mex flair.
• Chicken Enchiladas – Perfect if you're feeding a hungry crowd.
• Instant Pot Lasagna – Another pasta favorite with a hearty twist.
• Sheet Pan Quesadillas – Ideal for potlucks or casual dinners.
• Beer Cheese Dip – A cheesy appetizer to kick things off.
• Storage & Leftover Tips:
• Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze in single-serving portions for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
• Reheat: Add a splash of broth or water when reheating on the stove or microwave to keep the pasta creamy.
• More Recipes You’ll Love:
• This Dorito Casserole
• These Chicken Enchiladas

Instructions

1. Cook the : Pasta: Boil the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté the Veggies: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium. Add sliced onion and bell pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes, until softened.
3. Add : Beef & Spices: Stir in your cooked beef, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until beef is heated through.
4. Simmer with : Broth: Pour in beef broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 3–4 minutes to meld the flavors.
5. Combine : Pasta & Cheese: Stir in cooked penne pasta. Gradually add provolone cheese, stirring until it melts and forms a creamy sauce.
6. Finish & : Serve: Taste, adjust seasoning, and garnish with fresh parsley.
7. Tips for Success: Use Freshly Shredded Cheese: Pre-shredded cheese often has anti-caking agents that affect melting. Fresh provolone melts best.
8. Simmer, : Don’t Boil: A gentle simmer helps flavors infuse without over-reducing the broth.
9. Add : Cheese Slowly: Incorporating cheese gradually ensures a smooth sauce.
10. Serving Suggestions & Pairings: This dish is rich and satisfying all on its own, but here are some fun sides and pairings to take it to the next level:
11. Dorito : Casserole – A crunchy, cheesy sidekick with Tex-Mex flair.
12. Chicken : Enchiladas – Perfect if you're feeding a hungry crowd.
13. Instant : Pot Lasagna – Another pasta favorite with a hearty twist.
14. Sheet : Pan Quesadillas – Ideal for potlucks or casual dinners.
15. Beer : Cheese Dip – A cheesy appetizer to kick things off.
16. Storage & Leftover Tips: Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
17. Freezer: Freeze in single-serving portions for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
18. Reheat: Add a splash of broth or water when reheating on the stove or microwave to keep the pasta creamy.
19. More Recipes You’ll Love: This Dorito Casserole
20. These : Chicken Enchiladas
21. This : Instant Pot Lasagna
22. These : Sheet Pan Quesadillas
23. This : Beer Cheese Dip
24. Final Thoughts: Philly Cheesesteak Pasta is everything we love about comfort food — hearty, cheesy, and ridiculously satisfying. Whether you make it for a cozy night in or as a crowd-pleaser for your next get-together, this dish will have everyone asking for seconds.
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