Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Serves: 6
Introduction
Enjoy the amalgamation of perfectly tender beef, creamy cheese and tantalising pasta in a mouth-watering dish – Crockpot Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole. It’s an ultimate home-cooked delight that offers a hearty meal for a perfect family dinner!
Why Make This Recipe
You should make this divine recipe because, firstly, who doesn’t love cheesesteaks? Secondly, the crockpot makes it effortless and thirdly, turning it into a pasta casserole ensures it’s hearty enough for a complete family dinner!
How to Make Crockpot Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole
Ingredients :
– 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
– 1 green bell pepper, sliced
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced
– 1 large onion, sliced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tsp salt
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
– 2 cups beef broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
– 2 cups shredded provolone cheese
– 16 oz pasta (penne or rotini works well)
– 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
– 2 tbsp olive oil
Directions :
1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add in the sliced beef and cook till it browns. Afterwards, transfer it to the crockpot.
2. In the same pan, sauté the bell peppers, onion, and garlic until they soften. Add them into the crockpot with the beef.
3. Next, add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper into the crockpot. Afterwards, stir these ingredients to combine them well.
4. Cover the crockpot and let it cook on low heat for about 3 hours.
5. Switch to high heat and stir in pasta, cream cheese, heavy cream, and half of the shredded provolone cheese.
6. Cook for another 30-45 minutes till the pasta becomes tender and the cheese melts.
7. Stir the ingredients well and top it with the remaining provolone cheese. Let it melt before serving.
How to Serve Crockpot Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole
You can level up your serving game by adding freshly chopped parsley on the top. You can also serve it along with a side salad to add an element of crunch.
How to Store Crockpot Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole
You can store it in an airtight container in a refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just ensure to let it cool completely before storing.
Tips to Make Crockpot Philly Cheesesteak Pasta Casserole
Don’t rush through this recipe. Let the casserole cook slowly to ensure perfectly melted cheese and tender pasta.
FAQs
1. Can I add in any other types of cheese?
– Besides Provolone, you can add Mozzarella or Mexican Blend Cheese.
2. Can other types of pasta be used?
– Yes. Besides Penne and Rotini, you can use Fusilli or Farfalle.
3. Is there a substitute for beef broth?
– Vegetable broth can be used as a substitute for beef broth.