Description
Steak & Pepper Jack Queso Mac is a mouthwatering comfort dish that elevates the classic mac and cheese experience with a spicy twist. Combining creamy pepper jack cheese and tender, juicy steak, this recipe offers a delightful fusion of flavors that will impress your taste buds. Perfect for casual dinners, game days, or cozy gatherings, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also a surefire hit with both kids and adults. In just 35 minutes, you can enjoy a rich and satisfying meal that’s guaranteed to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 pound beef steak (diced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 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)
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté the diced steak until browned; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, cook bell peppers and onions until softened.
- Lower the heat and add whole milk. Gradually stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and shredded cheese until smooth.
- Combine cooked steak and macaroni with the cheese sauce; mix well.
- 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: 590
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 85mg