Description
This creamy steak pasta is a deliciously easy dinner recipe perfect for any night. Tender strips of sirloin steak are seared to perfection and tossed in a rich, flavorful Parmesan cream sauce with fettuccine pasta. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe combines simple ingredients with comforting flavors for a satisfying meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
Steak and Seasoning
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into thin strips
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil Pasta: Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil. Add a generous pinch of salt to season the water for cooking the fettuccine pasta.
- Cook Pasta: Add the fettuccine to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, typically 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Drain and Reserve Pasta Water: Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of pasta water. Drain the rest and drizzle a little olive oil over the pasta to prevent sticking. Set aside.
- Season Steak: Season the sirloin steak strips with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning evenly.
- Heat Olive Oil: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- Sear Steak: Add the seasoned steak strips in a single layer. Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned and cooked to your desired doneness. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: Reduce the skillet heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Deglaze Pan: Pour in 1 cup of beef broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to loosen any browned bits. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly and concentrate the flavor.
- Add Cream: Slowly pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring continuously until the mixture reaches a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate Parmesan: Gradually stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted, forming a creamy sauce. Adjust the thickness by adding some reserved pasta water if needed.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the sauce and add more salt, pepper, or Italian seasoning as desired to enhance the flavor.
- Combine Steak and Sauce: Return the cooked steak strips to the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly with the creamy sauce.
- Add Pasta: Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet and gently toss to combine and evenly coat the pasta. Add reserved pasta water if the sauce seems too thick or dry.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the creamy steak pasta in bowls, garnished with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
- Enjoy: Dig in and savor this comforting and flavorful creamy steak pasta dinner!
Notes
- Reserve pasta water to help adjust the sauce consistency as needed.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best melting and flavor.
- Do not overcook the steak strips; sear until just cooked for maximum tenderness.
- Adjust seasoning after the sauce is combined, as cheese and broth add saltiness.
- If desired, substitute sirloin with ribeye or flank steak for different flavor and texture.
