Description
A rich and indulgent creamy steak pasta featuring tender sirloin or ribeye steak seared to perfection, combined with al dente fettuccine or penne pasta tossed in a luscious garlic Parmesan cream sauce. This hearty dish is perfect for a comforting dinner with robust flavors and a smooth, velvety texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak and Pasta
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing steak and sautéing garlic)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta, reserving ½ cup of the pasta cooking water for later use.
- Prepare the Steak: Season the steak generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the steak and sear for about 4 minutes per side, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. Remove from heat and let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet used for the steak, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to combine flavors.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until it melts completely, creating a smooth sauce. Gradually add reserved pasta water a little at a time to adjust the sauce to your desired consistency, stirring to incorporate.
- Toss Everything Together: Add the cooked pasta and sliced steak back into the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together gently to coat evenly. Heat for about 2 minutes to warm through and blend the flavors.
- Serve: Plate the creamy steak pasta immediately and drizzle with any remaining sauce from the skillet. Optionally, garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs like parsley for added freshness.
Notes
- Resting the steak after cooking helps retain juices and ensures a tender bite.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and melting quality.
- Adjust the creaminess of the sauce by adding reserved pasta water gradually.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a mix of cream and milk.
- This dish pairs well with a crisp green salad or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing, Boiling, Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
Keywords: creamy steak pasta, garlic Parmesan sauce, sirloin pasta recipe, fettuccine steak, easy steak pasta
