Philly Cheesesteak Pasta (Creamy Skillet Dinner)

Ingredients

• 12 oz (340 g) penne, rigatoni, or medium shells
• 1 lb (450 g) ribeye or sirloin steak, very thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup (240 ml) low-sodium beef broth
• 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, cubed
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) half-and-half
• 2 cups (225 g) shredded provolone cheese
• 1/2 cup (120 ml) reserved pasta water, plus more as needed
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or sliced pickled peppers, optional for serving