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Easy High-Protein Philly Cheesesteak Mac and Cheese Recipe

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Dive into this creamy, dreamy Philly fusion! Lean shaved beef and melted provolone meet a high-protein cottage cheese sauce. Comfort food guilt-free! Full cooking steps and nutrition inside.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225g) elbow macaroni or pasta shells
  • 1 lb (450g) lean shaved beef steak
  • 1 cup finely diced onion and green bell pepper mix
  • 1 cup (225g) 2% cottage cheese
  • 4 oz reduced-fat provolone cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup beef broth (low sodium)
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cook the elbow macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/4 cup of the cooking water, and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper and sauté until softened (3-4 minutes). Add the shaved beef steak and Worcestershire sauce, breaking up the meat as it cooks until no pink remains. Drain any excess liquid.
  3. Step 3: While the meat cooks, prepare the high-protein cheese sauce. Blend the cottage cheese and beef broth in a blender until perfectly smooth and creamy.
  4. Step 4: Reduce the heat under the skillet to low. Pour the smooth cottage cheese mixture and the shredded provolone cheese into the skillet with the cooked meat and vegetables. Stir continuously until the provolone is completely melted and the sauce is uniform.
  5. Step 5: Add the drained cooked macaroni to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is fully coated in the cheesy sauce and the cheesesteak mixture is evenly distributed. If the sauce seems too thick, add a tablespoon of reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Store leftovers promptly in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, keeping in mind the sauce may thicken significantly upon chilling.
  • When reheating, add a splash of beef broth or milk before microwaving or warming on the stovetop over low heat to restore the creamy texture of the high-protein sauce.
  • For an authentic cheesesteak experience, serve this comforting dish with a side of pickled banana peppers or hot sauce to cut through the richness of the cheese.
  • To guarantee an ultra-smooth high-protein sauce, ensure the cottage cheese and broth blend for a full minute until absolutely no curds are visible.
  • Author: ilina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 large bowl (approx. 1.5 cups prepared)
  • Calories: 603
  • Sodium: 755mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Protein: 5g

Find it online: https://recipessd.com/easy-high-protein-philly-cheesesteak-mac-and-cheese-recipe/