Description
Creamy Steak Pasta is a rich and satisfying dish that combines tender, seared steak with al dente pasta tossed in a luscious garlic parmesan cream sauce. This recipe balances savory flavors and a smooth texture, making it perfect for a comforting dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak
- 1 lb steak (ribeye or sirloin)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Pasta
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
Sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Season the steak: Generously season the steak with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning, ensuring an even coating on all sides to enhance flavor.
- Heat the skillet: Warm olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat until melted and shimmering, ready for searing.
- Sear the steak: Place the steak in the hot skillet and sear on both sides until a brown crust forms and the steak reaches your desired doneness. Remove the steak from the pan and let it rest to retain juices.
- Cook the pasta: While the steak rests, boil salted water and cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and minced garlic. Cook over medium heat until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Make the cream sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Allow it to thicken slightly while stirring regularly.
- Add parmesan cheese: Stir in the grated parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Toss pasta with sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat each piece with the creamy garlic parmesan sauce.
- Slice steak: Thinly slice the rested steak against the grain for tenderness.
- Serve: Plate the creamy pasta and arrange sliced steak on top. Optionally garnish with more parmesan or fresh herbs. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use steak cuts like ribeye or sirloin for best flavor and tenderness.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, especially salt in the cream sauce.
- Be careful not to overcook the garlic to avoid bitterness.
- Resting the steak before slicing is crucial to maintain juiciness.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream, though sauce will be less rich.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or basil make excellent garnishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: steak pasta, creamy pasta, garlic parmesan sauce, steak dinner, fettuccine pasta, sirloin steak recipe, easy dinner, comfort food
