Steak and Creamy Garlic Pasta (Print Version)

Tender sliced steak meets al dente pasta tossed in a luscious garlic-Parmesan cream sauce for an indulgent homemade dinner.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 2 boneless ribeye or sirloin steaks (about 6 oz each)

→ Pasta

02 - 12 oz pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, penne, or your choice)

→ Fats

03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 2 tablespoons butter

→ Seasonings

05 - Salt and black pepper to taste
06 - ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Sauce

07 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
08 - ½ cup heavy cream
09 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for topping)
10 - ½ cup beef broth (optional for depth)

→ Garnish

11 - ¼ cup fresh basil or parsley, chopped

# How to Make It:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving ½ cup of the pasta water, and set aside.
02 - While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pat steaks dry, season generously with salt and pepper. Sear steaks for 4–5 minutes per side (medium-rare), or longer to your preferred doneness. Transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice thinly against the grain.
03 - In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add the remaining olive oil and butter. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in beef broth (if using), and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes. Add the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Whisk in Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens (about 3–4 minutes). Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste.
04 - Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss with the creamy sauce. Use reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce. Stir in sliced steak just before serving to warm through.
05 - Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and a sprinkle of extra Parmesan. Serve hot with garlic bread or a crisp green salad.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in just 40 minutes for a gourmet meal without the fuss
  • Uses simple ingredients that create maximum flavor
  • Perfect balance of protein and carbs in one satisfying dish
  • Can be customized with your favorite cut of steak and pasta shape
02 -
  • The dish comes together in one skillet after cooking the pasta making cleanup a breeze
  • Perfect for date nights special occasions or upgrading a weeknight dinner
  • Can be made with leftover steak if you already have some on hand
03 -
  • Pat steaks completely dry before seasoning and searing for a perfect crust
  • Reserve pasta water before draining it contains starch that helps sauce cling to pasta
  • Let the steak rest fully before slicing to keep juices from escaping onto the plate

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