Description
A rich and creamy mac and cheese inspired by the classic Philly cheesesteak.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/2 pound thinly sliced steak
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add onion and bell pepper, sauté until softened.
- Add steak and cook until browned.
- Stir in cream cheese and milk, mixing until smooth.
- Add cooked macaroni and cheddar cheese. Stir until cheese melts.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute the steak with chicken or tofu for a different protein.
- Add more veggies like mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor.
- Top with breadcrumbs for a crunchy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg