Instapot Philly Cheesesteak Pasta

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A cheesesteak sandwich is produced by placing thinly sliced slices of beefsteak and melted cheese in a long hoagie bread. It is also known as a Philadelphia cheesesteak, or Philly cheesesteak. But why settle for the traditional hoagie bun when you can have this well-known regional fast food in the form of a pasta bowl instead?

This dish is a delectable mashup of savory ground beef, the creamy flavor of cream cheese, and the nutty flavor of Provolone cheese, all of which is flavored with the classic seasonings of a Philly cheesesteak sandwich.

Because this dish can be rapidly prepared and cooked with an Instapot that can easily be whipped up in less than thirty minutes, it is ideal for preparing on a weeknight when you are short on time. This is the way to go if you are thinking of a quick supper that will give you the comforting sense of having your favorite hoagie sandwich in a pasta bowl.

Makes 6 servings

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs ground beef

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 14.5oz low sodium beef broth

• 12 oz uncooked Penne pasta

• 1.5 cups water

• 2 cups green bell pepper, sliced into strips

• 1 cup onions, cut into quarters and thinly sliced

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 4 oz cream cheese, cubed and softened

• 1 cup shredded Provolone cheese (divided)

• 1 tbsp yellow mustard

• 1 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce

Let's cook!

1. In a 6-quart Instapot set in sauté setting, sauté beef and garlic until beef is browned. Drain off any fat.

2. Stir in broth, pasta, water, bell pepper, onions, paprika, salt and pepper.

3. Lock lid in place. Set on high pressure to cook 5 minutes.

4. Release pressure quickly. Then carefully open lid.

5. Stir in cream cheese, 1/2 cup provolone cheese, mustard and soy sauce. Let stand covered for 2 minutes. Stir until cream cheese is melted.

6. Serve topped with remaining provolone cheese. Enjoy!