Garlic Butter Steak Pasta (Printer-Friendly Version)
Tender steak and twisted pasta mingle in a creamy garlic butter sauce with Cajun spices for a quick, bold meal.
# Ingredients Needed:
→ Meat
01 -
8 oz sirloin steak, cubed
→ Oils and Fats
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1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
→ Aromatics and Spices
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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¼ tsp red pepper flakes
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
→ Pasta
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8 oz rotini or fusilli pasta
→ Dairy
11 -
¾ cup heavy cream (full fat)
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½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings
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1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
→ Garnishes
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup pasta water then drain.
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In a bowl, toss sirloin cubes with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to coat evenly.
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Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet until shimmering. Add steak in a single layer and sear without stirring for 2 minutes. Flip and brown all sides evenly, about 4 to 5 minutes total. Remove steak and set aside to rest.
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Reduce heat to medium and melt butter in the same skillet, scraping up browned bits. Add minced garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant and golden, about 1 to 2 minutes. Avoid burning.
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Pour in heavy cream, then stir in Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until sauce is smooth.
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Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat thoroughly. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to achieve desired consistency.
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Return steak to the skillet and stir gently until warmed through and coated with sauce. Transfer to plates and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
# Helpful Hints:
01 -
Pat steak dry before searing for a better crust. Keep reserved pasta water to adjust sauce texture. Toss pasta with sauce before adding steak to prevent overcooking.