Steak with Macaroni

Pepper Steak with Macaroni & Cheese

Pepper Steak Ingredients:

1 ½ lbs beef sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 green bell pepper, sliced

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 small onion, sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup beef broth

1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (for thickening)

1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)

Macaroni & Cheese Ingredients:

2 cups elbow macaroni

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 ½ cups milk (whole or 2%)

2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

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Instructions:

Pepper Steak:

1. Marinate the Steak – In a bowl, mix soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper. Toss in sliced steak and let it marinate for 15–30 minutes.

2. Cook the Steak – Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak for about 2 minutes per side, then remove and set aside.

3. Cook the Vegetables – Add remaining oil, bell peppers, onions, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.

4. Make the Sauce – Pour in beef broth, then stir in brown sugar (if using). Bring to a simmer.

5. Thicken the Sauce – Mix cornstarch with water, then stir it into the pan. Let the sauce thicken, then return the steak to the pan. Simmer for 2 more minutes, then remove from heat.

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Macaroni & Cheese:

1. Cook the Macaroni – Boil pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. Make the Cheese Sauce – In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.

3. Add Cheese & Seasonings – Stir in shredded cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir until melted and creamy.

4. Combine – Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce