Philly Cheese Steak Pasta

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This pasta dish blends tender thinly sliced beef with sautéed bell peppers and onions, all enveloped in a rich, creamy cheese sauce. Cooked pasta is combined with a flavorful beef and vegetable mixture, creating a satisfying meal that's easy to prepare. The cheese sauce features a blend of provolone, mozzarella, and Parmesan, offering depth and creaminess. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a comforting and flavorful option perfect for any main course.

Updated on Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:36:00 GMT
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A hearty pasta dish inspired by the classic Philly cheesesteak featuring tender beef sauted peppers and onions and a creamy cheese sauce tossed with pasta.

I recreated this dish after enjoying Philly cheesesteak sandwiches with friends in Philadelphia. The flavors remind me of city trips and good company at dinner time.

Ingredients

  • Pasta: 12 oz (340 g) penne or rigatoni
  • Beef: 1 lb (450 g) thinly sliced ribeye or sirloin steak
  • Vegetables: 1 medium yellow onion thinly sliced 1 green bell pepper thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Cheese Sauce: 2 tbsp unsalted butter 2 tbsp all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) whole milk 1 cup (115 g) shredded provolone cheese 1/2 cup (60 g) shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup (30 g) grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Other: 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish optional)

Instructions

Cook Pasta:
Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Brown Beef:
While the pasta cooks heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced steak season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2 3 minutes until just browned. Remove steak from skillet and set aside.
Sauté Vegetables:
Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet. Add onions and bell peppers sauted for 5 7 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Combine Beef and Vegetables:
Return steak to skillet with vegetables. Stir in Worcestershire sauce then remove from heat.
Make Cheese Sauce:
In a separate saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk stirring constantly until the mixture thickens (about 3 4 minutes).
Add Cheeses:
Reduce heat to low. Stir in provolone mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine & Serve:
Add cooked pasta and beef vegetable mixture to cheese sauce. Toss to combine and heat through. Serve immediately garnished with parsley if desired.
Creamy Philly Cheese Steak Pasta, loaded with tender steak and colorful sautéed vegetables, ready to serve. Save
Creamy Philly Cheese Steak Pasta, loaded with tender steak and colorful sautéed vegetables, ready to serve. | epicurestates.com

My family requests this pasta often especially during colder months. It is a comfort meal that brings everyone to the table quickly.

Required Tools

Large pot large skillet saucepan whisk knife and cutting board.

Allergen Information

Contains wheat milk cheese. May contain soy. Always check ingredient labels for allergens if unsure.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 715 Total Fat: 32 g Carbohydrates: 62 g Protein: 42 g (per serving).

Tender beef and melted cheese coat the pasta in this comforting Philly Cheese Steak Pasta recipe. Save
Tender beef and melted cheese coat the pasta in this comforting Philly Cheese Steak Pasta recipe. | epicurestates.com

Enjoy this creamy Philly cheese steak pasta as a quick main dish perfect for casual gatherings or weeknight dinners.

Philly Cheese Steak Pasta

A hearty dish combining tender beef, sautéed peppers and onions, with a creamy cheese sauce and pasta.

Prep duration
15 min
Cook duration
25 min
Complete duration
40 min


Complexity Easy

Heritage American

Output 4 Portions

Dietary considerations None specified

Components

Pasta

01 12 oz penne or rigatoni pasta

Beef

01 1 lb thinly sliced ribeye or sirloin steak

Vegetables

01 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
02 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
03 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
04 2 cloves garlic, minced

Cheese Sauce

01 2 tbsp unsalted butter
02 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
03 1 1/2 cups whole milk
04 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
05 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
06 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 1/2 tsp salt
08 1/4 tsp black pepper

Other

01 2 tbsp olive oil
02 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
03 Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Phase 01

Cook Pasta: Boil pasta in heavily salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.

Phase 02

Sear Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, season steak with salt and pepper, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Phase 03

Sauté Vegetables: Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to skillet, sauté onions and bell peppers for 5 to 7 minutes until softened, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute.

Phase 04

Combine Beef and Vegetables: Return steak to skillet with vegetables, stir in Worcestershire sauce, then remove from heat.

Phase 05

Prepare Cheese Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add milk while whisking until thickened, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Phase 06

Melt Cheeses in Sauce: Reduce heat to low, stir in provolone, mozzarella, and Parmesan until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

Phase 07

Combine and Heat Through: Add cooked pasta and beef-vegetable mixture to the cheese sauce, toss to combine and warm evenly.

Phase 08

Serve: Plate immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Necessary tools

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Knife and cutting board

Allergy details

Review each component for potential allergens and consult with healthcare professionals if you're uncertain.
  • Contains wheat (gluten), milk, and cheese (dairy).
  • May contain soy from Worcestershire sauce.

Nutritional information (each portion)

These values are offered as a general guide and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Energy: 715
  • Fat: 32 g
  • Carbohydrates: 62 g
  • Protein: 42 g