Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with Philly cheesesteak flavor, this Cheesesteak Tortellini Provolone Sauce with Provolone Sauce combines tender steak, sautéed peppers, and cheese tortellini in a rich provolone cream sauce. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s comfort food that feels restaurant-quality but is easy enough for a weeknight.
1 Large Skillet (12-inch) (For steak, veggies, and sauce)
1 Large pot (For boiling tortellini)
1 Sharp knife (For slicing steak thin)
1 Cutting board
1 Whisk or wooden spoon (To make the sauce)
1 Measuring cups & spoons
Ingredients
For the Pasta & Steak
1lbCheese tortellini- Fresh or frozen
1lbRibeye or sirloin steak- Sliced thin against the grain
1tablespoonOlive oil- For searing
½teaspoonSalt- To taste
½teaspoonBlack pepper- To taste
Vegetables
2Bell peppers- Any color sliced
1Yellow onion- Sliced
2clovesGarlic- Minced
Provolone Sauce
1cupHeavy cream- Or half-and-half for lighter version
1cupBeef broth- Low sodium preferred
1tablespoonButter- Optional for sautéing
1teaspoonWorcestershire sauce- Adds umami depth
1 ½cupsProvolone cheese- Shredded
½teaspoonGarlic powder
½teaspoonItalian seasoning
Optional Add-Ins
1cupMushrooms- Sliced
¼teaspoonRed pepper flakes- For heat
2tablespoonParmesan cheese- For topping
1tablespoonFresh parsley- Chopped for garnish
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add cheese tortellini and cook according to package directions until tender. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Season thinly sliced steak with salt and pepper, then sear for 1–2 minutes per side until browned but still tender. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add butter if needed. Sauté sliced peppers and onions for 5–6 minutes until softened, then add minced garlic and cook 1 more minute.
Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, then add heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer and gradually whisk in shredded provolone until smooth and creamy. Stir in garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
Add cooked tortellini and steak back to the skillet. Toss in the provolone sauce until coated, adding pasta water as needed. Garnish with parsley, parmesan, or red pepper flakes, and serve hot.
Notes
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.