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Steak & Pepper Jack Queso Mac

Steak & Pepper Jack Queso Mac: Creamy Comfort in Every Bite

Enjoy a creamy and flavorful twist on classic mac and cheese with Steak & Pepper Jack Queso Mac, the perfect comfort food for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 ounces Elbow Macaroni Can use shells, penne, or rotini, adjusting cooking time as needed.
Protein
  • 1 pound Beef Steak (diced) Choose a tender cut like sirloin or ribeye for juiciness.
Cooking Essentials
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Used for sautéing the steak and vegetables.
  • 1 medium Onion (diced) Contributes savory depth to the dish.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Can use any color mix for variety.
Dairy
  • 2 cups Pepper Jack Cheese (shredded) Can replace with Monterey Jack or mild cheddar mixed with cayenne pepper for spice.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can use half-and-half for added richness or a non-dairy milk for lighter options.
Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential seasoning.
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions Adds freshness and color.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • spatula
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, about 7-8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced steak, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until browned. Remove steak and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté diced bell peppers and onions over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until soft.
  4. Lower the heat and add whole milk. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper jack cheese, stirring until melted and creamy, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Fold in cooked steak and elbow macaroni, mixing until well coated with sauce.
  6. Serve hot and garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider sautéing minced garlic with the vegetables. Adjust the amount of pepper jack cheese based on spice preference.

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