Get that Philly Cheese Steak flavor in a quick and easy pasta casserole that everyone will love. Serve it with a side salad and a crusty bread, if desired.
8 oz. small shells
4 c. beef stock (32 oz.)
4 c. water
2 T. butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb. ground beef
8 oz. cream cheese
1 green bell pepper, diced
1/2 yellow onion, diced
1/2 c. reserved cooking liquid, from pasta
1 c. shredded mozzarella cheese
sliced provolone cheese
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In a large stock pot, combine the beef stock with the water; bring to a boil; cook shells according to package directions. When pasta is done, reserve 1/2 c. stock before draining pasta.
In an ovenproof skillet, melt butter; cook garlic 30 seconds; add bell pepper and onion; cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef; season with salt and pepper; cook until cooked through; discard excess grease. Stir in cream cheese until melted. Stir in reserved cooking liquid, pasta, and mozzarella cheese. Top with provolone cheese.
Bake 20-25 minutes.
6 servings.
*If your skillet isn't ovenproof, transfer mixture to a 9 x 13 inch baking dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray; top with provolone cheese. Bake 20 - 25 minutes or until the provolone is completely melted.