High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese Delight
A creamy and protein-packed twist on the classic Philly cheesesteak mac and cheese, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 pound beef steak, sliced thin
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced beef steak and cook until browned.
- Add the diced onion and green bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are soft.
- Stir in the cream cheese, beef broth, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Add the cooked macaroni and mozzarella cheese to the skillet. Stir until well combined.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add Worcestershire sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg