Philly Cheesesteak Pasta (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 10 ounces rigatoni pasta.
02 - 1 pound ground beef.
03 - 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced.
04 - 1 large green bell pepper, chopped.
05 - 1 large onion, chopped.
06 - 2 teaspoons minced garlic.
07 - 2 tablespoons butter.
08 - 2 tablespoons flour.
09 - 1 cup whole milk.
10 - 1 cup half-and-half.
11 - 1 cup provolone cheese, shredded.
12 - 1 teaspoon salt.
13 - 1 teaspoon black pepper.
14 - ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes.
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley.

# Instructions:

01 - Boil rigatoni according to package directions until al dente.
02 - Brown ground beef with salt and pepper in large skillet until no pink remains.
03 - Add mushrooms, pepper, and onion to beef. Cook until soft. Add garlic, cook 30 seconds more.
04 - In separate pan, make roux with butter and flour. Whisk in milk and half-and-half. Simmer 4-6 minutes until thick.
05 - Remove sauce from heat, stir in provolone until melted. Mix half the beef mixture with pasta and sauce.
06 - Top pasta with remaining beef mixture. Garnish with parsley.

# Notes:

01 - Can use pre-shredded cheese but fresh works better.
02 - Red pepper flakes optional for heat.