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Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Pasta For Busy Weeknights With Sliced Steak, Peppers, And

Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Pasta for Busy Weeknights

Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Pasta for Busy Weeknights combines seared sirloin, peppers, mushrooms, and provolone in a silky skillet sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 398

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 5 ounces penne pasta dry
Steak and Cheese Sauce
  • 12 ounces top sirloin steak thinly sliced
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper divided
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil divided
  • 1 medium yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce regular
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour spooned
  • 3/4 cup low-sodium beef broth divided use
  • 1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk room temperature
  • 2 ounces provolone cheese finely torn

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • 12-Inch Skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Chef'S Knife
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne until one minute shy of al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
Make the Sauce
  1. Pat the steak dry, then season it with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak in a single layer for 2 to 3 minutes, turning once, then transfer it to a plate.
  3. Add the remaining oil, onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, remaining salt, and remaining pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned.
  4. Stir in the garlic and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  5. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  6. Pour in the beef broth gradually, scraping up the browned bits. Add the evaporated milk and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, until the sauce lightly coats the spoon.
  7. Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the provolone a little at a time, stirring until smooth.
  8. Return the steak to the skillet and add the drained pasta. Toss over low heat for 1 minute, adding reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if the sauce is too thick.

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently with a splash of beef broth or milk to loosen the sauce. Ribeye may replace sirloin, though it adds more richness; avoid pre-cooked steak because it can become tough when reheated in the sauce.