🧀 Philly Cheesesteak Mac and Cheese

This Philly Cheesesteak Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food mashup! Tender pasta smothered in creamy cheese sauce, loaded with juicy steak, sautéed peppers, and onions — it’s everything you love about a cheesesteak and mac & cheese in one delicious, hearty dish.

Ingredients

• Pasta: 8 oz (225g) elbow macaroni or cavatappi
• Steak & Veggies: 1 lb (450g) ribeye or sirloin, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Mac & Cheese: 3 tbsp butter
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar or provolone cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp mustard powder (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook pasta: Boil macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Sear steak: In a large skillet, heat oil over high heat. Sear steak for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
3. Cook veggies: In the same pan, sauté peppers and onions for 8–10 minutes until soft. Add garlic in the last minute.
4. Make cheese sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in flour. Gradually add milk, whisking until smooth. Simmer 3–5 minutes until thickened.
5. Add cheese: Reduce heat. Stir in cheddar, Parmesan, paprika, and mustard powder until melted and creamy.
6. Combine all: Add cooked pasta, steak, and veggies to the cheese sauce. Stir until well coated.
7. Serve hot: Ladle into bowls and enjoy immediately!

Tip: For extra cheesiness, stir in Cheez Whiz or cream cheese. You can also bake it with a breadcrumb topping for a casserole-style finish!

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