Ingredients
Scale
Let’s gather everything you need to make this delightful dish. Remember, substitutions are your friend if you don’t have something on hand!
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 12 ounces pasta (penne or rigatoni work well)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 cups shredded provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
If you’re out of provolone, mozzarella or cheddar can step in just fine. My mom was a pro at improvising, and I’ve learned that flexibility is key in the kitchen.
Instructions
Let’s get cooking! Here are the steps to bring this delicious meal to life:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and ground beef. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, approximately 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the pasta, beef broth, heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika to the skillet. Stir to combine, ensuring the pasta is submerged in the liquid.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once the pasta is cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the shredded provolone cheese until melted and creamy. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
I love how the kitchen fills with the aroma of sizzling onions and garlic—it reminds me of my dad’s stories and the joyful chaos of our family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Philly Cheesesteak Pasta, recipe, cooking, food
