Budget-Friendly Philly Cheesesteak Pasta
This easy pasta bake delivers all the bold Philly cheesesteak flavors—melty cheese, beef, peppers, and onions—on a budget the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Pasta & Base:
12 oz penne or rotini pasta
Beef & Veggies:
1 lb ground beef (or thinly sliced beef steak)
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
Cheese Sauce:
1 ½ cups shredded provolone cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup milk
2 tbsp cream cheese
Seasoning & Oil:
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Prep Oven & Pasta
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook pasta in salted water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cook Veggies & Beef
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add sliced onion and bell peppers. Sauté 6–8 minutes until soft and lightly caramelized.
Add garlic and cook 1 minute. Add ground beef, cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
Make the Sauce
Reduce heat to low. Stir in cream cheese until melted. Add milk and half the provolone and mozzarella. Mix until creamy.
Combine & Bake
Stir pasta into the skillet and toss to coat evenly. Pour mixture into baking dish. Top with remaining cheeses.
Bake & Finish
Bake uncovered for 18–22 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Broil for 1–2 minutes for a golden finish if desired.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use any pasta you have on hand—fusilli, ziti, or elbows work great.
Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra veggies.
Stores well in the fridge for 3 days—reheat in oven or microwave.
Find it online: https://elladishes.com/budget-friendly-philly-cheesesteak-pasta/
