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Philly Cheesesteak Mac and Cheese

Philly Cheesesteak Mac and Cheese is an easy dinner the family will love. Baked macaroni with peppers, onions, and steak covered in cheesy cheddar goodness.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 567 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter , divided
  • 1 green bell pepper , chopped finely
  • 1/2 yellow onion , chopped finely
  • 2 cups cooked steak , chopped finely
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 6 cups whole milk , (2% okay too)
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 8 ounces Velveeta cheese
  • 12 ounces medium cheddar , divided

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Shred the cheeses, keeping 2 cups of the cheddar off to the side for the topping.
  3. Cook the pasta, then let it sit in the water an extra 10 minutes before draining and rinsing gently. This will help it avoid soaking up the cheese sauce.
  4. Add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, green bell pepper, and onion to a large skillet on medium high heat.
  5. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until translucent, then add in the chopped cooked steak.
  6. Add in remaining 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, flour, mustard, cayenne, and paprika and whisk together until fully combined. Cook for an additional 15 seconds.
  7. Add the milk slowly while whisking to keep the mixture well combined.
  8. Add in the salt and pepper and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Turn off the heat.
  9. Remove 1 cup of the milk mixture and transfer to a larger glass measuring cup or bowl. Let cool for 3-5 minutes in the refrigerator.
  10. Add the egg to the cooled milk and whisk it well until fully combined.
  11. Turn the heat on the pot back on to medium-low.
  12. Slowly pour the egg and milk mixture into the rest of the milk while whisking very well.
  13. Add in the Velveeta and 1 cup of the sharp cheddar and whisk until combined.
  14. Add the rinsed macaroni and stir into cheese sauce.
  15. Pour into a 9x13 baking dish and top with the remaining 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese.
  16. Bake for 30 minutes, uncovered.

Nutrition Information

Calories 567kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 42g (14%) Protein 29g (58%) Fat 32g (49%) Saturated Fat 18g (90%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 8g Trans Fat 0.4g Cholesterol 114mg (38%) Sodium 949mg (40%) Potassium 507mg (14%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 1139IU (23%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 479mg (48%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 567

% Daily Value*

Calories 567kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 42g 14%
Protein 29g 58%
Fat 32g 49%
Saturated Fat 18g 90%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 8g 40%
Trans Fat 0.4g 20%
Cholesterol 114mg 38%
Sodium 949mg 40%
Potassium 507mg 11%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 1139IU 23%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 479mg 48%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.