Description
A comforting blend of cheesesteak flavors with creamy mac and cheese, packed with protein for a filling meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Dry Macaroni
- 1 lb Lean Ground Beef (or ground turkey/chickpeas)
- 1 cup Chopped White Onion
- 2 cloves Minced Garlic
- 2 cups Bell Peppers (variety)
- 2 tablespoons Butter (or olive oil)
- 8 oz Light Cream Cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella
- 4 slices Light Cheese Slices
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Boil a pot of water and cook the macaroni al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and brown the ground beef.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet; cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add bell peppers and cook until tender.
- Add cream cheese, stirring until melted; add some water or milk for a smooth sauce.
- Stir in shredded mozzarella and cheese slices until melted.
- Add cooked macaroni and gently combine.
- Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and chili flakes; adjust to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
Use high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Variations include using different proteins or adding sautéed mushrooms/jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg