Description
Indulge in a creamy Parmesan pasta dish elevated with garlic-infused steak. This recipe combines rich flavors and simple techniques for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g (7oz) Fettuccine: Wide, flat pasta ideal for creamy sauces.
- 250ml (1 cup) Heavy Cream: Provides richness and body to the sauce.
- 120ml (½ cup) Vegetable Broth: Adds depth of flavor without overpowering.
- 100g (3.5oz) Parmesan Cheese: Aged Parmesan for intense umami flavor.
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard: Adds a subtle tang to balance the richness.
- ½ tsp Nutmeg: Provides a warm, subtle spice note.
- 2 Cloves Garlic: Essential for building flavor.
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil: For searing the steak.
- 1 tbsp Butter: Contributes to a silky smooth sauce texture.
- 300g (10.5oz) Sirloin Steak: Flavorful and relatively tender cut.
- 1 tsp Salt: For seasoning the steak.
- ½ tsp Black Pepper: Adds spice and complexity.
- 1 tsp Garlic-Infused Olive Oil: Intensifies garlic flavor.
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice: Brightens the dish.
- 2 tbsp Parsley: Fresh garnish for color and vibrancy.
- ½ Lemon Zest: Adds bright, citrusy aroma.
- 1 tbsp Pine Nuts: Offers a delightful crunch.
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Boil fettuccine until al dente, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
- Prepare Steak: Pat steak dry, season with salt and pepper, and rest.
- Sear Steak: Sear steak for 3 minutes per side, basting with garlic oil. Rest.
- Build Garlic Base: Sauté garlic in butter until fragrant.
- Create Sauce: Add broth, simmer, then whisk in cream and Parmesan.
- Combine Pasta & Sauce: Toss pasta with sauce, absorbing flavors.
- Slice Steak: Slice steak against the grain.
- Garnish & Serve: Plate pasta, top with steak, lemon juice, parsley, zest, and pine nuts.
Notes
Resting the steak is crucial for tenderness. Use high-quality Parmesan for the best flavor. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Sear
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 750 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
