Description
Creamy Garlic Butter Steak Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender steak and perfectly cooked pasta in a rich, buttery garlic sauce. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also visually stunning, making it perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests at a gathering. Each bite delivers a burst of flavor that will transport you to culinary bliss. Get ready to twirl your fork and savor the deliciousness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
- 1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Sear the Steak: In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tbsp butter. Season steak and sear for about 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked to preference. Remove and let rest.
- Sauté the Garlic: In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Create the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously until combined. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Add Cheese & Pasta: Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then toss in pasta with reserved water until well-coated.
- Finish with Freshness: Slice rested steak against the grain and place on top of pasta. Garnish with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg