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One-Pot Creamy Spicy Garlic Butter Steak & Pasta

This dish is a creamy and decadent one-pot meal featuring steak and pasta, perfect for busy weeknights. Minimal prep and cleanup make it a family favorite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound steak, cut into bite-sized pieces You can substitute with chicken if desired.
  • 8 ounces pasta (your favorite kind—penne, spaghetti, or fusilli)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust based on your spice tolerance.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or non-dairy milk.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Cooking Pasta
  1. In a large pot, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Add a pinch of salt to the water and stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Once done, drain and set aside.
Searing Beef
  1. In the same pot, add a tablespoon of olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Toss in the steak pieces and season with salt and pepper. Sear until nicely browned, about 3-4 minutes.
Adding Flavor
  1. Add in the butter and minced garlic, stirring for an additional minute until fragrant.
  2. Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes for a spicy kick based on your preference.
Incorporating Cream
  1. Pour in the heavy cream and stir together, scraping up the flavorful brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Allow it to simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
Final Mixing
  1. Fold in the cooked pasta, ensuring each piece is coated in the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Don’t worry if your sauce looks a little lumpy; it’s a part of the magic! Taste as you go to make sure seasoning is just right.