65g Protein Cheesesteak Pasta Meal Prep

Cooking Instructions

1. Preparation [00:12]

• Prepare the onions: trim, peel, slice thinly, and dice into small pieces.
• Prepare the bell peppers: slice around the core, remove seeds and pith, and dice into small pieces.
• Prepare the garlic: crush with the side of a knife and mince finely.
• Prepare the garnish: roughly chop some flat-leaf parsley.
• Grate the mozzarella cheese.

2. Cook the Pasta [02:09]

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add salt.
• Cook the pasta for 2 minutes less than the package instructions.
• Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of the cooking water.

3. Sauté the Vegetables [02:31]

• Heat a large, high-rimmed pan over medium-high heat with olive oil spray.
• Sauté the diced onions and peppers with salt and black pepper for 5–6 minutes.
• Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Cook the Meat [03:22]

• Add the beef mince to the pan. Season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and chilli flakes.
• Cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring frequently, until the meat is browned and any moisture has evaporated.

5. Create the Creamy Sauce [04:03]

• Reduce the heat to the lowest setting. Add the cream cheese, gently breaking and folding it into the meat mixture.
• Incorporate the pasta water as needed to achieve a creamy, saucy texture.
• Add the grated mozzarella and the cheese slices, folding until completely melted.

6. Combine [05:30]

• Add the drained pasta to the pan. Toss everything together, adding a little more pasta water if necessary to adjust the consistency.

7. Serving & Storage [05:47]

• Divide equally into five meal prep containers (approximately 750ml capacity).
• Garnish with the reserved chopped parsley. Let cool for 15–20 minutes before covering with lids.