Garlic Butter Steak with Cheesy Rigatoni
Garlic Butter Steak with Cheesy Rigatoni is a luxurious dish that combines perfectly seared ribeye steak with creamy rigatoni pasta, all enveloped in a rich garlic-infused butter sauce. This meal is ideal for impressing guests or indulging in a cozy night in. With vibrant flavors and a touch of elegance, every bite feels like a celebration!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ribeye steak (1 inch thick)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Mince garlic and grate Parmesan cheese.
- Cook the rigatoni: Boil salted water, cook rigatoni until al dente (10-12 minutes), then drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water.
- Sear the steak: In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tbsp butter and sear the ribeye for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned; season generously.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic—sauté until fragrant (30 seconds). Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Combine: Toss rigatoni into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed for creaminess.
- Plate: Slice steak against the grain and serve over cheesy rigatoni; garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 850
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 56g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating sautéed mushrooms or swapping rigatoni for your favorite pasta shape. Allow the steak to rest before slicing to retain its juices.