Name: High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese Bliss
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz Dry Macaroni (Whole wheat or chickpea pasta can be used); 1 lb Lean Ground Beef (Can be swapped with ground turkey or chickpeas); 1 cup Chopped White Onion (Yellow onion works well as a substitute); 2 cloves Minced Garlic (Use freshly minced for maximum flavor); 2 cups Bell Peppers (Red, Green & Yellow) (Use any mix based on preference); 2 tablespoons Butter (Olive oil can be used as a healthier alternative); 8 oz Light Cream Cheese (Regular cream cheese can be used for a richer sauce); 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella (Any favorite melting cheese can substitute); 4 slices Light Cheese Slices (Any good melting cheese slice will do); 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 teaspoon Pepper; 1 teaspoon Paprika; 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes (Adjust to taste); 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (Optional for garnish)

Description

A comforting fusion of creamy mac and cheese with the delicious flavors of Philly cheesesteak, packed with protein from lean beef and cheese.

Ingredients

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8 oz Dry Macaroni (Whole wheat or chickpea pasta can be used)
1 lb Lean Ground Beef (Can be swapped with ground turkey or chickpeas)
1 cup Chopped White Onion (Yellow onion works well as a substitute)
2 cloves Minced Garlic (Use freshly minced for maximum flavor)
2 cups Bell Peppers (Red, Green & Yellow) (Use any mix based on preference)
2 tablespoons Butter (Olive oil can be used as a healthier alternative)
8 oz Light Cream Cheese (Regular cream cheese can be used for a richer sauce)
1 cup Shredded Mozzarella (Any favorite melting cheese can substitute)
4 slices Light Cheese Slices (Any good melting cheese slice will do)
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Pepper
1 teaspoon Paprika
1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes (Adjust to taste)
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (Optional for garnish)

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Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauté the Vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add garlic and onions; cook until softened, then add bell peppers and cook until tender.
Brown the Meat: Move veggies to one side of the skillet, add ground beef, and cook until browned. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and chili flakes.
Mix in Cheese: Reduce heat to low, add cream cheese, and stir until melted. Mix in mozzarella and cheese slices, then combine with the cooked macaroni.
Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For added flavor, consider mixing different cheeses or adding breadcrumbs on top before baking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 70mg