Description
Indulge in a delicious fusion of creamy mac and cheese with the classic flavors of a Philly cheesesteak in this high-protein twist on a comforting favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Mac & Cheese:
- 800g lean ground beef (or turkey/chickpeas)
- 240g dry macaroni (whole wheat or chickpea pasta recommended)
- 140g light cream cheese
- 50g shredded mozzarella
- 20g butter (or olive oil)
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 100g chopped white onion
- 75g each red, green & yellow bell peppers
- Salt, pepper, paprika & chili flakes (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the Macaroni: Cook the macaroni in salted water until al dente. Reserve 125ml of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté garlic, onion, and bell peppers for about 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Cook Protein: Add in the ground beef (or chosen protein) and cook for 5–7 minutes until well browned. Drain excess fat if necessary and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and chili flakes.
- Melt Cheeses: Reduce heat to low and stir in cream cheese, mozzarella, and cheese slices until melted.
- Combine Ingredients: Combine cooked pasta with the sauce and reserved pasta water until coated evenly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg