Description
Steak & Pepper Jack Queso Mac is a mouthwatering fusion of creamy pepper jack cheese, tender steak, and perfectly cooked elbow macaroni. This dish embodies comfort food at its finest, delivering a cozy meal that’s packed with flavor and just the right amount of spice. Ideal for game nights or family dinners, this savory concoction is sure to become a favorite in your household. With only 35 minutes from prep to plate, you can whip up this hearty dish whenever the craving strikes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 pound diced beef steak (sirloin or ribeye)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente (7-8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced steak, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté bell peppers and onions until softened (4-5 minutes).
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in whole milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and shredded cheese until melted into a creamy sauce. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Combine cooked steak and macaroni with the cheese sauce in the skillet; mix gently to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg