Ground Beef Cheesesteak Pasta

Name: Ground Beef Cheesesteak Pasta One-Pan
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 2 green bell peppers, diced; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; garlic powder, to taste; 1 lb 93/7 lean ground beef; 8 oz protein pasta; 16 oz low-fat cottage cheese; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Ground Beef Cheesesteak Pasta is a one-pan creamy pasta dish that combines lean ground beef, sautéed peppers and onions, and a cottage cheese-based sauce topped with mozzarella. It delivers cheesesteak flavors with high protein and minimal cleanup.

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Total

30 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$20–$33

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Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
2 green bell peppers, diced
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
garlic powder, to taste
1 lb 93/7 lean ground beef
8 oz protein pasta
16 oz low-fat cottage cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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Instructions

1
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the diced yellow onion and green bell peppers.
2
Season the vegetables with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Sauté until they are nice and soft.
3
Remove the cooked onions and peppers from the pan and set them aside.
4
In the same pan, add the lean ground beef. Break it up and brown it, seasoning with more salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
5
While the beef is browning, cook the pasta in a separate pot of boiling water according to package directions.
6
Once the beef is fully cooked, add the sautéed peppers and onions back into the pan and stir to combine.
7
Stir in the low-fat cottage cheese until it melts into a creamy sauce.
8
Add the cooked and drained pasta to the pan and mix until everything is fully combined.
9
Top the pasta with shredded mozzarella cheese.
10
Place a lid on the pan and let the cheese melt for a few minutes.
11
Serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Dice peppers and onions into small, uniform pieces so they cook evenly and blend seamlessly into the creamy sauce.
Brown the ground beef thoroughly and break it into small crumbles for a texture that mimics shredded cheesesteak meat.
Stir the cottage cheese into the hot pasta off-heat or at low heat to prevent curdling and maintain a smooth, creamy sauce.
Add the mozzarella just before serving so it melts into soft strands rather than becoming rubbery.

Substitutions

Protein pasta → regular semolina pasta (reduces total protein by ~5g per serving)
Low-fat cottage cheese → Greek yogurt or full-fat cottage cheese (thicker consistency, adjust consistency with water if needed)
Mozzarella → provolone or cheddar cheese (changes flavor profile to sharper, more traditional cheesesteak style)
Lean ground beef → ground turkey or ground chicken breast (faster cook time, leaner result)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat with a splash of milk or water to restore creaminess.

Common Questions

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes. Prepare the pasta and beef mixture, refrigerate separately, then combine and reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of water or milk before serving.