Steak and Pasta | Precious Core

Pasta tossed in a rich, creamy sauce, topped with perfectly seared and juicy steak. This Steak and Pasta is elegant enough for entertaining and easy enough for weeknights.

This is one amazing dinner that everyone in my family loves! I even served some to a salesman who came to speak to us and he loved it so much!

There isn’t just one special component that makes this dish fantastic; it is just the combination of everything! The flavors come together so wonderfully.

From the delicious steak to the tender pasta and creamy sauce with cream cheese, this easy dinner recipe is one for the books. You’ll love how the rich and delicious sauce complements the seasoned steak.

Layers of flavor present themselves, such as fresh and dried garlic, herbs, and rich hints of butter and chicken stock. It’s an understatement to say that this is a worthy meal!

It is perfect for pairing with flavorful Garlic Butter Rolls, a large bowl of Caesar salad, or classic garlic bread. This easy pasta recipe is also one of my favorite meals to serve with my Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Carrots or Garlic Butter Green Beans. 

Steak and Pasta

Whether you’re looking for a dish worthy of a cozy home date night or something to serve when you have guests over, this pasta dish will make you look like a star! This restaurant-quality meal is a great choice no matter the occasion. It’s loaded with delicious flavor and easy enough for anyone to make.

Steak can be quite expensive at restaurants, but it can also be intimidating to make if you’ve never cooked it before. Can I let you in on a secret, though? It is much easier to make than you think! And you can save money making it yourself. My recipe has simple steps and a temperature guide, so I promise you can nail this recipe and impress your loved ones with it.

So, next time you head to the grocery store, make sure to pick up some ribeye steaks so you can give this easy pasta dinner a go. I know you’ll enjoy it as much as my family does, especially if your family has big meat eaters. I mean, what could be better than pasta, sliced steak, and a velvety sauce? And If you love creamy pasta recipes like this, make sure to try my Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta or One Pot Creamy Macaroni and Chicken.

Ingredients Needed

Here are some notes on the primary ingredients in this delicious pasta recipe:

• Pasta: The pasta is the base of the recipe. Use any pasta shape you have.
• Steak: You will need ribeye steak for this recipe. The steak provides plenty of protein and helps complete the meal. You can substitute for another cut of steak if you wish; I will discuss suitable substitutes below!
• Heavy Cream: The sauce perfectly balances savory and creamy flavors by combining heavy cream and chicken stock. The heavy cream makes it plenty thick and silky!
• Assorted Seasonings: You’ll need various seasonings, such as garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and dried and fresh herbs. For a spicy kick, you can also include red pepper flakes!

There are other ingredients, too, such as parmesan cheese, fresh garlic, and unsalted butter, so check out the recipe card below for the full recipe and measurements.

Recipe Variations

Looking to make some modifications to the recipe? This is a great dish for experimentation! Here are some ideas:

• Steak and Pasta with Sundried Tomatoes: The tomatoes will add a bold flavor and a nice chewy texture to the dish. They look incredible on top of the pasta dish. However, you can also use halved cherry tomatoes if you don’t have sun-dried tomatoes.
• White Wine Cream Sauce: Include some white wine in your creamy pasta sauce for a richer flavor. After cooking the garlic, you can use a small amount of wine to deglaze the pan.
• Use a Different Meat: You don’t have to use steak! You can switch it up and add chicken, andouille sausage, or even shrimp for a tasty variation—the sauce and pasta pair with all sorts of different proteins.
• Pesto: Add pesto to your cream sauce to give it an earthy touch and some natural sweetness from the basil.
• Add Veggies: You can add various vegetables to the pasta sauce, such as spinach, asparagus, peas, onions, or mushrooms.

Substitutions

Don’t have a certain ingredient for Steak and Pasta? No worries. You can still make a delicious dish by swapping one ingredient for another. Here are some substitutions you can make.

• Steak: Instead of ribeye steak, you’re welcome to use NY strip steaks, chuck steak, sirloin steak, skirt steak, or even rump steak.
• Stock: You can use chicken broth or beef broth Instead of chicken stock. You can even use vegetable broth if that’s all you have!
• Seasonings: If you don’t have dried thyme, you can substitute fresh thyme or include Italian seasoning, which is a seasoning blend containing thyme. Regarding salt, feel free to use table salt, kosher salt, or sea salt.

How To Make Steak and Pasta

Cook Pasta

1. Using a large pot of water, cook pasta according to the package’s instructions. Reserve a cup of pasta water when you drain the al dente cooked pasta from the salted water.

Sear The Steaks

1. While the pasta cooks, pat dry the steaks with paper towels. Season both sides.

2. Heat a large skillet on medium-high heat until smoking hot. Coat the bottom of the hot skillet with olive oil so the steaks get a good sear.

3. Add the seasoned steaks in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until desired doneness. The cooking time shouldn’t take more than 3-4 minutes on each side. For internal temperature guidance, see the steak cooking guide in the recipe notes.

4. Transfer steaks from the nonstick skillet to a plate and cover with aluminum foil to keep warm.

Make The Sauce

1. Reduce burner to medium heat and melt butter in the same skillet.
2. Add the minced garlic and pepper flakes (if using). Stir and let it cook in the melted butter. Do not use a higher heat, as the garlic will burn.

3. Deglaze the pan with stock. Bring to a simmer, then add the heavy cream, cream cheese, fresh thyme, and black pepper.

4. Bring to a simmer, then stir to dissolve the cream cheese. Let it simmer while stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens.

5. Add the tender pasta to the sauce and toss to combine, adding the reserved pasta water if it is too dry.

6. Add the shredded parmesan and toss to combine. Taste the pasta and sprinkle with salt if needed.

7. Slice the steak into thin slices against the grain and serve steak pieces over the pasta. Garnish with fresh minced parsley if desired.

Important Tips for Perfect Steak and Pasta

• This creamy steak pasta recipe is best when enjoyed immediately, but if you have leftover steak and pasta, store them separately in airtight containers.
• For tender steak, I suggest reheating it low and slow in the oven or over a gentle heat on the stovetop. You can add a tablespoon of butter to the cast iron skillet, add the steak, and cover while reheating. The microwave will ruin its lovely texture. 
• I don’t think this recipe necessarily benefits from making any portion ahead of time, but you can always chop the garlic and herbs in advance to get ahead.
• Do not add the steak to the pan until the skillet is properly heated. Otherwise, the meat will not sear well and might cook unevenly.
• Use freshly grated parmesan for best results. The pre-grated stuff typically contains extra ingredients to prevent the parmesan from clumping together. It’s definitely best to use the real deal and have a fresher, more robust taste and texture!

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