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Close-up of Philly cheese steak pasta with beef, cheese sauce, and pasta garnished with parsley.

Philly Cheese Steak Pasta

A hearty fusion dish combining the classic flavors of a Philly cheesesteak with tender pasta, featuring seasoned beef, sautéed peppers and onions, all tossed in a creamy provolone cheese sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian Fusion
Calories: 485

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 1 tbsp salt for pasta water
For the Steak and Vegetables
  • 1 lb ribeye steak thinly sliced against the grain
  • 1 large yellow onion sliced
  • 1 large green bell pepper sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 6 oz provolone cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add penne pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
Prepare the Steak and Vegetables
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season sliced ribeye with salt and pepper, then cook for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove steak and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil. Sauté sliced onions and bell peppers for 5-6 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
Make the Cheese Sauce
  1. Push vegetables to one side of the skillet. Add butter to the empty space and let melt. Sprinkle flour over butter and whisk constantly for 1 minute to create a roux.
  2. Gradually add milk and heavy cream while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens.
  3. Remove from heat and add shredded provolone and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
Combine and Serve
  1. Return cooked steak to the skillet and add drained pasta. Toss everything together until well coated with cheese sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  2. Serve immediately while hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

For best results, use ribeye steak and slice it very thin when partially frozen. You can substitute with sirloin if preferred. Leftover pasta can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 days and reheated with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.