Description
Creamy steak pasta is a delightful blend of tender beef, al dente fettuccine, and a rich, velvety sauce that transforms any meal into a gourmet experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings, this recipe promises to impress with its simplicity and flavor. Customize it with your favorite seasonal vegetables or herbs for an extra touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound sirloin or ribeye steak, thinly sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Sear the thinly sliced steak seasoned with salt and pepper until browned (about 3 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add beef broth and simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined into a smooth sauce.
- Add cooked fettuccine and sliced steak back into the skillet, tossing everything together. Use reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired creaminess.
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan cheese on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 110mg