Description
Indulge in the creamy, spicy delight of Steak & Pepper Jack Queso Mac—a comforting twist on a classic favorite. This hearty dish combines tender steak, zesty pepper jack cheese, and perfectly cooked elbow macaroni for a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 pound beef steak (diced)
- 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup diced onion
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente (7-8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced steak; season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes) and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté bell peppers and onions until softened (4-5 minutes).
- Reduce heat; stir in whole milk with garlic powder, onion powder, and shredded cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine cooked steak and macaroni with cheese sauce; mix well.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg