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High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese

High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese Bliss

This High-Protein Creamy Philly Cheesesteak Mac & Cheese combines classic flavors with a nutritious twist, offering 40-45g of protein per serving.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Protein
  • 800 g lean ground beef or turkey/chickpeas
For the Veggies
  • 100 g chopped white onion or yellow/red onions
  • 75 g red bell pepper
  • 75 g green bell pepper
  • 75 g yellow bell pepper
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic fresh is best
For the Sauce
  • 20 g butter or olive oil
  • 140 g light cream cheese substituting with regular increases fat content
  • 50 g shredded mozzarella or favorite melting cheese
  • 3-4 light cheese slices tear for quicker melting
For the Pasta
  • 240 g dry macaroni whole wheat or chickpea pasta
  • 125 ml reserved pasta water or broth for a substitute
For Seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • paprika to taste
  • chili flakes to taste
For Garnish
  • Fresh parsley for topping

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water, cook 240g of dry macaroni until al dente (8-10 minutes), reserve 125ml pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 20g of butter over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, and bell peppers. Sauté for 4-5 minutes.
  3. Crumble in 800g of lean ground beef (or turkey/chickpeas). Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Season to taste.
  4. Reduce heat to low, add cream cheese, mozzarella, and cheese slices. Stir until melted.
  5. Add cooked macaroni and reserved pasta water. Stir until coated in cheese sauce.
  6. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 42gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Melt cheese gently to avoid graininess. Reserve pasta water for sauce consistency.

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