Steak And Pasta Dinner with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sauce
A comforting yet fancy dish combining seared steak with perfectly cooked pasta and a rich creamy garlic Parmesan sauce.
Ingredients
Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or your preferred type)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated melts better than pre-grated
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Steak Ingredients
- 2 pieces steaks (ribeye or sirloin, around 1 inch thick) High-quality steak recommended
Instructions
Cooking the Pasta
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add the pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water for later.
Preparing the Steak
- While the pasta cooks, season the steaks with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steaks and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- Remove from the pan and let rest.
Making the Sauce
- In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth and creamy.
Combining the Dish
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat well.
- If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water until you reach the desired consistency.
Serving
- Slice the steaks and lay them atop the creamy pasta.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Serve with garlic bread or a light arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette. Quality steak enhances flavor.