Description
This Garlic Parmesan Pasta with Sliced Steak is the ultimate comfort food mashup—creamy, cheesy fettuccine paired with juicy, perfectly seared flank steak. It’s rich, savory, and easy enough for a weeknight dinner, but fancy enough to impress. Every bite is buttery, garlicky, and totally satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
- 1 pound flank steak
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Season steak with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak for 4–5 minutes per side for medium-rare or until desired doneness. Remove and rest for a few minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
- In the same skillet, add remaining tablespoon of olive oil and garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer, and stir in Parmesan until smooth. Thin with pasta water if needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Plate the pasta, top with sliced steak, and finish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Swap in sirloin or ribeye if you prefer a fattier, more tender cut.
- Want a spicy kick? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- Freshly grated Parmesan makes all the difference in flavor and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 1/4 of total)
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 340 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg
Keywords: creamy garlic pasta, parmesan steak pasta, steak fettuccine, easy weeknight dinner, garlic cream sauce, pasta and steak