🧀🥩 Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Stack – Creamy, Cheesy & Packed with Flavor! 🍝🔥
Love the classic Philly cheesesteak but want something warm, comforting, and pasta-packed? This Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Stack delivers all the beefy, cheesy, pepper-filled flavor you crave in a creamy, irresistible pasta bake. Perfect for weeknight dinners, game-day snacks, or any occasion where comfort food is king!
With tender ground beef or thinly sliced steak, sautéed peppers and onions, a rich cheese sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta, this dish hits every note of indulgence while staying easy to prepare.
⏱ Prep & Cook Time
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Prep time: 15 minutes
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Cook time: 25 minutes
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Total time: 40 minutes
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Yield: 4–6 servings
📝 Ingredients
Pasta & Meat
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12 oz elbow macaroni (or any short pasta)
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1 lb ground beef or thinly sliced steak
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1 tbsp butter or oil
Vegetables & Flavor
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1 small onion, diced
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1 green bell pepper, diced
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce & Cheese
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1 cup beef broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella
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1 cup shredded cheddar
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp paprika
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
Garnish
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Fresh parsley, chopped
🥄 Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente.
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Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Meat
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In a large skillet, heat butter or oil over medium-high heat.
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Add the ground beef or thinly sliced steak. Cook until browned and fully cooked.
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Remove excess fat if necessary.
Step 3: Sauté the Vegetables
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Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet.
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Cook for about 4 minutes, until softened but still slightly crisp.
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Stir in the minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Make the Creamy Cheese Sauce
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Pour in the beef broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine.
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Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
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Add half of the provolone or mozzarella and half of the cheddar. Stir until melted and fully incorporated into a creamy sauce.