1 1/2lbsboneless ribeye steaksliced into thin slices (can also use beef stir fry meat)
12ozbaby portobello mushroomssliced
1yellow oniondiced
1green bell pepper (seeds and ribs removed)diced
1/2tspdried thyme
1lbcellentani pasta(also known as cavatappi pasta)
4cupsbeef stock
1cupwater
1/2cupsour cream
1/4cupcream cheese
10slicesprovolone cheesechopped and divided
saltto taste
pepperto taste
fresh parsleyminced, for garnish
Instructions
Heat a dutch oven over MED/HIGH heat. Add 1 Tbsp. oil and 1 Tbsp. of butter. Let the butter melt. Add steak slices in an even layer in the pot. Depending on the size of the pan, you may need to cook this in batches. Let steak cook undisturbed for 1 minute, then mix around for 1 minute more, Do not cook any longer, or steak will be overcooked. Remove steak and place on a plate to rest.
Add remaining 1 Tbsp. of oil and 1 Tbsp. of butter to the hot pot. Add onions, green pepper, and mushrooms. Cook for 5 minutes stirring occasionally. Veggies should be tender and mushrooms should be browned. Season with thyme and a generous pinch of salt and pepper.
Slowly pour in water and beef stock. Bring to a boil. Add pasta. Reduce heat so liquid is at a gentle boil. Boil for 15 minutes. Stir pasta frequently to prevent sticking.
When most of the liquid has been absorbed, turn off the heat. Add cream cheese, sour cream, cooked steak slices, and half the chopped provolone slices. Stir well to combine. Taste, and add a pinch of salt and pepper if needed.
Top pasta with remaining chopped provolone and cover with lid for 3 minutes so cheese melts. Sprinkle with pepper and minced parsley for garnish. Serve hot.