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Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese Bliss

Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese Bliss: Your Comfort Food Dream

Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese Bliss combines cheesesteak flavors with creamy mac and cheese for comforting bites.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Dry Macaroni Can substitute with whole wheat or chickpea pasta
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chickpeas
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Chopped White Onion Yellow onion works as a substitute
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Freshly minced garlic delivers maximum taste
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers (Red, Green & Yellow) Mix based on preferences
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can use olive oil as a healthier alternative
  • 4 ounces Light Cream Cheese Use regular cream cheese for richer taste
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Substitute with any preferred melting cheese
  • 2 slices Light Cheese Slices Good melting cheese slices as a suitable alternative
For the Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes
For the Finish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Optional garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring salted water to a boil, add the macaroni and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 125ml of starchy pasta water, drain, and set aside.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet, melt butter, add garlic, onion, and bell peppers. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until tender and onions are translucent.
  3. Add the Beef: Crumble ground beef into the skillet, cook until browned (5-7 minutes), using salt, pepper, paprika, and chili flakes to season.
  4. Make it Creamy: Lower heat, add cream cheese, mozzarella, and cheese slices. Stir until melted and creamy, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Bring it Together: Add reserved pasta water and macaroni to the skillet. Stir until well-coated in sauce, adjusting thickness with more pasta water if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Cool leftovers completely before sealing in an airtight container. Consume within 3 days when refrigerated. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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