Creamy Steak Pasta
Creamy Steak Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, merging tender steak with luscious fettuccine in a rich, velvety sauce. This delightful dish offers an irresistible combination of flavors and textures, making it perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests. With minimal effort and maximum satisfaction, it’s no wonder this recipe quickly becomes a family favorite. Dive into this culinary adventure and impress your loved ones with a meal that feels gourmet yet is simple to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes).
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season steak strips with salt and pepper, then sear for 3-4 minutes per side until browned. Remove from skillet.
- Lower heat to medium-low; add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds before adding spinach until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and allow to simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in grated Parmesan until melted, then fold in cooked fettuccine so that each strand is coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan or cracked black pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Swap steak for chicken or shrimp for a lighter option. For vegetarian variations, use mushrooms or tofu instead of meat. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently over low heat.