One Skillet Smoky Garlic Butter White Cheddar Steak Pasta
A comforting pasta dish that combines fettuccine with savory steak and creamy white cheddar in a smoky garlic butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded white cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in a large skillet according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sear the steak pieces in the same skillet with melted butter until browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Add the remaining butter and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the smoked paprika, followed by pouring in the heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine and seared steak back into the skillet. Heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring everything gets coated with the sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of heavy cream or broth to restore creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 70mg