Description
Creamy Steak Pasta is a delicious and hearty dish that combines perfectly seared steak with tender pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy parmesan sauce. Ideal for dinner, this meal balances savory flavors and creamy textures to satisfy any pasta and steak lover.
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: Season the steak evenly with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning, ensuring both sides are well coated to enhance flavor.
- Sear the Steak: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the steak and sear on both sides until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness. Remove the steak and let it rest to retain juices.
- Cook the Pasta: While the steak rests, boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside, reserving some pasta water if needed for sauce consistency.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and minced garlic. Sauté over medium heat until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and allow it to simmer gently until slightly thickened.
- Add Cheese and Combine: Stir in grated parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth. If necessary, add a splash of reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
- Toss Pasta in Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the creamy parmesan sauce.
- Slice and Serve: Slice the rested steak thinly and arrange it on top of the pasta. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra parmesan cheese or fresh herbs.
Notes
- Use ribeye for more marbling and a richer flavor; sirloin is leaner but still tasty.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a cream alternative.
- Resting the steak is crucial to keep it juicy and tender.
- Extra parmesan and fresh parsley or basil make excellent garnishes.
- Adjust seasoning in the sauce to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: creamy steak pasta, steak pasta recipe, creamy parmesan pasta, easy steak dinner, pasta with cream sauce
