Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of creamy cheesesteak mac and cheese while staying healthy with this protein-packed recipe.
Ingredients
- Elbow macaroni or cavatappi
- Cream cheese
- Sharp cheddar cheese
- Flank steak or sirloin
- Sweet onions
- Bell peppers
- Garlic
- Worcestershire sauce
- Whole or lower-fat milk
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving a little pasta water.
- Sauté chopped onions and bell peppers in olive oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add diced steak, season with salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the meat reaches desired doneness.
- Reduce heat, add cream cheese and milk to the skillet, stirring until the cheese melts and the mixture becomes creamy.
- Mix cooked pasta with the cheese sauce and steak. Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and fully combined.
Notes
Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions and serve with steamed broccoli or a salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: creamy mac and cheese, high protein, comfort food