Description
Tender beef strips and pasta are coated in a rich, velvety garlic-infused cream sauce for an ultimate comfort food experience.
Ingredients
8 oz (about 2 cups) pasta (fettuccine, penne, or your choice)
Salt (for pasta water)
1 lb (450 g) beef sirloin or flank steak (sliced into thin strips)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup beef broth
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta. In a large pot, bring generously salted water to a rolling boil. Add your chosen pasta and cook according to package directions until it's al dente. Before draining, remember to reserve about 1/2 cup of the starchy pasta water. This liquid is your secret weapon for adjusting the sauce consistency later!
Step 2: Sauté the Beef. While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season your thinly sliced beef strips with salt and pepper. Once the skillet is hot, add the beef and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until it's nicely browned and cooked to your liking. Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.
Step 3: Prepare the Creamy Garlic Sauce. Using the same skillet (those browned bits add so much flavor!), add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until it becomes fragrant. Be careful not to burn it! Pour in the heavy cream and beef broth, stirring well to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Italian seasoning and let the sauce simmer for another 3-4 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
Step 4: Combine Pasta and Beef. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it's fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Now, add the cooked pasta and the sautéed beef back into the skillet. Toss everything together, ensuring the pasta and beef are thoroughly coated in the luxurious creamy garlic sauce. If the sauce appears too thick, gradually add some of your reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
Step 5: Serve. Remove the skillet from the heat, garnish generously with fresh chopped parsley, and serve immediately. Enjoy this comforting and flavorful Beef Pasta in a Creamy Garlic Sauce!
Notes
For an extra layer of flavor, consider marinating the beef for 30 minutes in a dash of Worcestershire sauce before cooking. Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference for a milder or bolder taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 580 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg