Description
Creamy Steak Pasta is an indulgent weeknight dinner featuring tender sirloin or ribeye steak tossed with garlic, fresh herbs, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce over fettuccine or penne pasta.
Ingredients
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Black pepper, to taste
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season steak with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Sear steak to desired doneness, then remove and rest. Slice thinly.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add beef broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and stir in Parmesan cheese until sauce is creamy.
- Add cooked pasta and sliced steak to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use ribeye for extra flavor or sirloin for a leaner option.
- Add mushrooms or spinach to the sauce for variety.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American