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Creamy Garlic Steak Pasta Recipe

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This Creamy Steak Pasta with Garlic is a luscious and indulgent dish featuring tender seared steak slices tossed with pasta in a rich garlic cream sauce enhanced by parmesan cheese and a hint of heat from optional red pepper flakes. Perfect for a hearty and comforting meal, this recipe balances robust steak flavors with a velvety sauce and fresh parsley garnish.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 12 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta

Steak and Seasonings

  • 1 pound sirloin or ribeye steak, thinly sliced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

Sauce Components

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Additional grated parmesan cheese, optional

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Boil pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well, reserving 1/2 cup of cooking water for later use.
  2. Prepare Steak: Season the thinly sliced steak generously with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then sear the steak pieces until browned and cooked to your desired doneness, about 2–3 minutes per side. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté Garlic: Lower the heat to medium and add unsalted butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and aromatic, ensuring not to burn the garlic.
  4. Deglaze and Simmer: Pour in the beef broth to deglaze the skillet, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly and concentrate flavors.
  5. Build Cream Sauce: Add heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese to the skillet. Stir regularly and let the sauce simmer gently for 3–4 minutes until it thickens. If desired, stir in crushed red pepper flakes for a subtle spicy note.
  6. Combine Pasta and Steak: Add the cooked pasta into the sauce, tossing to coat all strands evenly. Incorporate reserved pasta water a little at a time to adjust the sauce to your preferred consistency. Return the cooked steak slices to the skillet and gently mix everything together to combine flavors well.
  7. Plate and Garnish: Serve the creamy steak pasta immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and additional grated parmesan cheese if desired for extra richness and visual appeal.

Notes

  • Use sirloin or ribeye steak for best flavor and tenderness.
  • Reserve pasta cooking water to help loosen the sauce if it becomes too thick.
  • Be careful not to overcook garlic to avoid bitterness.
  • Optional crushed red pepper flakes add a nice subtle heat but can be omitted for a milder taste.
  • Fresh parsley adds a bright, fresh contrast to the rich cream sauce.
  • Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for the best texture and flavor integration.

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