Absolutely! A Steak with Creamy Pasta is a restaurant-style indulgence you can make at home—a juicy, seared steak paired with rich, silky pasta. Here’s a detailed recipe:
Steak with Creamy Pasta
Ingredients (Serves 2–3):
For the steak:
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2 ribeye, sirloin, or strip steaks (6–8 oz each)
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1–2 tbsp olive oil
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder or 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
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1–2 tsp butter
For the creamy pasta:
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8 oz (225 g) pasta (fettuccine, penne, or your choice)
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2 tbsp butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional, enhances creaminess)
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Fresh parsley or basil, chopped, for garnish
Optional add-ins:
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Sautéed mushrooms or spinach
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Crushed red pepper flakes for a kick
Instructions:
1. Cook the pasta:
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Boil pasta in salted water according to package instructions.
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Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining. Set aside.
2. Cook the steak:
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Pat steaks dry, season generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil.
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Sear steaks 3–5 minutes per side (depending on thickness) until desired doneness.
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Add butter to pan and spoon over steak while resting 5 minutes.
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Slice thinly against the grain for serving.
3. Make creamy pasta sauce:
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In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat.
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Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Pour in heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer.
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Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
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Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
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Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
4. Serve:
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Plate pasta, then top with sliced steak.
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Garnish with fresh parsley or basil.
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Optional: drizzle a bit of pan juices from the steak over the pasta for extra flavor.
💡 Tips for the Best Steak & Pasta:
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Let steak rest after cooking—this keeps it juicy.
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Use freshly grated Parmesan for the creamiest sauce.
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For an indulgent twist, fold in sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
I can also give a “one-pan steak & creamy garlic pasta” version where the pasta cooks in the same skillet as the steak, saving cleanup and infusing more flavor—perfect for weeknight dinners.