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    Steak Pasta With Creamy Garlic Sauce

    Published: Feb 25, 2025 by Lisa Killian ยท This post may contain affiliate links. Please read myย  disclosure policy.

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    Looking for a hearty and flavorful meal? This Steak Pasta With Creamy Garlic Sauce combines tender, seared steak with a creamy, garlic-infused sauce for a dish thatโ€™s both easy to make and packed with deliciousness!

    steak pasta in a white bowl garnished with parsley and parmesan.
    Jump to:
    • Why This Recipe Works
    • What Goes Into Steak Pasta?
    • Do You Need to Make Your Own Sauce?
    • What Type of Steak Should You Use?
    • How to Make Steak Pasta?
    • Expert Tips
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Other Easy Dinner Recipes
    • Steak Pasta with Creamy Garlic Sauce

    Why This Recipe Works

    Easy: Whenever I am out of ideas for dinner, I turn to an easy pasta recipe. Add some protein and your favorite sauce and voila- check out my pepperoni pasta salad for another tasty recipe!

    Flavorful: This steak pasta recipe is particularly flavorful with the homemade sauce and the added sundried tomatoes.

    Quick: This recipe is quick to make! Cook the steak, mix the sauce, and boil the pasta- delicious

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    What Goes Into Steak Pasta?

    Pasta- I used penne but use any noodle type.

    Cream Sauce โ€“ You can use cornstarch or flour to thicken the sauce.

    Steak- I prefer to use flat iron steak, sirloin steak, or ribeye steak.

    Additional Toppings- The sky's the limit here but I love to use sundried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and green chile.

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    Do You Need to Make Your Own Sauce?

    Nope. If you have a favorite white sauce (or a favorite easy red pasta sauce for that matter) you can use that instead of making your own.

    This recipe for a garlic white sauce is easy but I understand using a tasty store-bought sauce!

    What Type of Steak Should You Use?

    If you have leftover smoked trip tip or smoked ribeye you can cut that up and throw it in. Otherwise, a good flat iron or sirloin steak is always tasty for steak pasta!

    How to Make Steak Pasta?

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    1. Step 1: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Bring a large pot of water to a boil then add dried pasta a cook until al dente. While pasta is cooking season steak with salt and pepper.
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    1. Step 2: Heat a little oil in a pan and cook the steak until it is done to your preferred internal temperature.

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    1. Step 3: Make the cream sauce by first sautรฉing the garlic in butter.
    butter with corn starch mixed in, in pan with whisk.
    1. Step 4: Then add cornstarch to thicken. Stir in broth and milk, stirring frequently.  Then stir in cheese until melted.
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    1. Step 5: Add in the cooked pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, green chile, and spinach.  Stir and allow the pasta to cook for a few more minutes to wilt the spinach.
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    1. Step 6: Slice the steak and add to pasta. Garnish with red pepper flakes, parsley, and more parmesan cheese!

    Expert Tips

    Steak: Sear steak in a hot pan. Once cooked, cut steak against the grain for the most tender bites.

    Sauce: Scrape the pieces of garlic off the bottom of the pan when you add the broth. These are very flavorful bits!

    Leftovers: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and eat with in 3 days!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What Kind of Pasta Goes With Steak?

    Any pasta will work but penned or fettucine pairs the best in my opinion.

    Best Way to Cook Steak?

    This is all up to your preference, available time, and equipment. For this recipe, I cooked them in a cast iron skillet but you can grill or smoke them too.

    Can You Use Leftover Steak?

    Absolutely! I will often use leftover tri tip to add to pasta dishes.

    What Other Meat Works With Pasta?

    Chicken and pork chops also go well with this dish. Just make sure it is cooked before you add it to the pasta.

    Cut steak in a white bowl with noodles spinach and sauce.

    Other Easy Dinner Recipes

    If you like this recipe, make sure to check out all my easy beef recipes like chuck roast in the oven, tri-tip marinade, steak quesadilla, and these tacos al carbon!

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    Steak Pasta with Creamy Garlic Sauce

    This steak pasta with creamy garlic sauce combines tender, seared steak with a creamy, garlic-infused sauce for a dish thatโ€™s both easy to make and packed with deliciousness!
    4.75 from 20 votes
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    Author: Lisa Killian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4

    Ingredients

    Pasta

    • 12 oz penne pasta

    Steak

    • 1 lb flat iron steak or ribeye or sirloin
    • 1 tbs olive oil
    • Salt and Pepper

    Cream Sauce

    • 2 tbs butter
    • 1 teaspoon cornstarch or 1 tbs flour
    • 3 garlic cloves minced
    • ยฝ cup chicken broth
    • ยฝ cup milk
    • ยผ cup mozzarella
    • ยผ cup parmesan cheese
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Additional Toppings

    • โ…“ cup Sundried Tomatoes
    • 2 cups Spinach fresh
    • ยผ cup green chile roasted, peeled, and chopped (can use canned)
    • Parsley chopped for garnish
    • Red Pepper Flakes for garnish

    Instructions

    Cook Pasta

    • Cook pasta according to package instructions. Bring a large pot of water to a boil then add dried pasta a cook until al dente.
      12 oz penne pasta

    Cook Steak

    • Season both sides of the steak with salt and pepper.
      Salt and Pepper
    • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot add oil.
      1 tbs olive oil
    • When oil is heated, cook the steak for 2-4 minutes on each side, until the center reaches your desired temperature. For a medium rare steak remove when the internal temperature is at 130-135ยฐF so the carry-over heat will rise to 140ยฐF-145ยฐF. Once cooked to your desired doneness remove steak from pan and set aside.
      1 lb flat iron steak

    Make Cream Sauce

    • Melt butter in a large fry pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.
      2 tbs butter, 3 garlic cloves
    • Whisk in cornstarch (or flour if using) until fully dissolved. Stir in broth and milk, stirring frequently. Allow the sauce to thicken and start to boil.
      1 teaspoon cornstarch, ยฝ cup chicken broth, ยฝ cup milk
    • Once sauce is boiling add in mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Stir until melted. Add salt and pepper to taste.
      ยผ cup mozzarella, ยผ cup parmesan cheese, Salt and pepper
    • Add in the cooked pasta noodles.
    • Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, green chile, and the spinach. Allow pasta to cook for 2-4 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted. You can turn the heat off and cover with a lid until the spinach is wilted.
      โ…“ cup Sundried Tomatoes, 2 cups Spinach, ยผ cup green chile
    • Slice the steak and add to the pasta. Sprinkle with chopped parsley, red pepper flakes, and extra parmesan as a garnish.
      Parsley, Red Pepper Flakes

    Notes

    Tips and Tricks
    • Sauce: If you have a favorite premade alfredo sauce you can use that! Just heat in a medium saucepan then poor over cooked noodles. Add sun-dried tomatoes, toasted garlic, and spinach for extra flavor!
    • Meat: Use whatever steak, chicken, or pork you prefer. You can even use leftover cooked meat!
    • Use a good thermometer to tell if your meat is cooked! I love using this one!ย ย 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 698kcal | Carbohydrates: 73g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 470mg | Potassium: 1011mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1808IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 203mg | Iron: 5mg

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    1. Kendra says

      November 30, 2023 at 4:08 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is the very first I have EVER seen give the measurements for everything under the description of steps. Iโ€™ve always wondered why no one does, thinking there must be a reason, although I couldnโ€™t come up with one lol. So THANK YOU! Iโ€™ll keep coming back to your recipes for that alone, but also for the fact that they are ๐Ÿ˜‹ ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿป

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      • Lisa says

        December 06, 2023 at 12:24 pm

        Yay! I am so glad you find that helpful (I do too that's why I do it ๐Ÿ™‚ ) And I am so glad you enjoy my recipes!

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