Beef Strips with Macaroni and Cheese, Potato Salad, and Sautéed Bell Peppers

_Ingredients:

Beef Strips:

• 1 lb beef strips (sirloin or flank steak)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Macaroni and Cheese:
• 2 cups elbow macaroni
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Potato Salad:

• 3 medium potatoes, boiled and cubed
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp mustard
• 1 small red onion, diced
• 1 small carrot, grated
• 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Sautéed Bell Peppers:
• 1 cup red and yellow bell peppers, sliced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

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Prepare Beef Strips:

Marinate beef strips in soy sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper for 15 minutes.

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook beef strips for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Set aside.

Make Macaroni and Cheese:

Cook macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until slightly thickened.

Add cheddar cheese, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper, stirring until melted. Combine with cooked macaroni.

Prepare Potato Salad:

In a large bowl, mix boiled potatoes with mayonnaise, mustard, red onion, grated carrot, parsley, salt, and pepper. Chill until ready to serve.

Cook Bell Peppers:

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add bell peppers and garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until tender. Season with salt and pepper.

Assemble Plate:

Arrange beef strips, macaroni and cheese, potato salad, and sautéed bell peppers on a plate or tray.

Enjoy this flavorful, comforting dish!