Description
Savor the decadent flavors of this Indulgent Garlic Butter Steak paired perfectly with a creamy, cheesy linguine. Tender sirloin or ribeye steak bites are seared to juicy perfection in garlic-infused butter, while a luxurious four-cheese sauce envelops al dente linguine, creating a blissful harmony of textures and tastes in a sumptuous one-hour meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak
- 1 pound Sirloin or Ribeye Steak (choose sirloin for leaner cuts or ribeye for a juicier, more flavorful option)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 4 tablespoons Salted Butter
- 3-4 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Parsley, chopped
Linguine & Cheese Sauce
- 8 ounces Linguine Pasta
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 8 ounces Four-Cheese Blend (Cheddar, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Cream Cheese)
Instructions
- Prepare and Season Steak: Cut the sirloin or ribeye steak into bite-sized cubes. Season generously with salt and black pepper, then allow to rest at room temperature for 15 minutes to enhance flavor and tenderness.
- Cook Linguine: In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add linguine and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining the linguine; set the pasta aside.
- Sear Steak: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned steak cubes and sear them for 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop a rich brown crust. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Parsley: In the same skillet, melt the salted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped parsley, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant and golden.
- Toss Steak with Garlic Butter: Return the seared steak cubes to the skillet and gently toss with the garlic butter mixture to evenly coat and infuse flavor.
- Make Cheese Sauce: In a separate saucepan, combine the heavy cream and cream cheese over low heat, stirring continuously until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the four-cheese blend, stirring until fully melted and the sauce is luscious.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained linguine to the cheese sauce, tossing gently to fully coat the pasta. Let it simmer for 1 minute to meld the flavors.
- Serve: Plate the cheesy linguine and top generously with the garlic butter steak. Garnish with extra parsley or parmesan cheese if desired and serve immediately for the best taste experience.
Notes
- For a leaner dish, opt for sirloin steak; ribeye provides a richer, more marbled flavor.
- Resting the steak at room temperature helps it cook more evenly and retain juiciness.
- Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed for a silkier texture.
- Use fresh garlic and parsley for the brightest, most aromatic flavor.
- To make the dish gluten-free, substitute linguine with gluten-free pasta.
- Serve with a light green salad or steamed vegetables to balance the richness.
