Steak Alfredo
Steak Alfredo
Ingredients
For the Steak
- 1 1/2 pounds steak, such as sirloin or ribeye
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
- 2 fresh thyme sprigs
- 3 garlic cloves, smashed
For the Alfredo Sauce and Pasta
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley, plus more for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Pat the steak dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Press the seasoning gently into the meat.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Heat a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over high heat. Add the vegetable oil. Once the oil is shimmering and just starting to smoke, carefully place the seasoned steak in the pan. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer for desired doneness, until a deep brown crust forms.
⏱️ 6 min
- 3
Reduce the heat to medium. Flip the steak. Add the unsalted butter, fresh rosemary sprigs, fresh thyme sprigs, and smashed garlic cloves to the pan. Tilt the pan slightly and continuously baste the steak with the melted butter and herb mixture for 2-4 minutes, or until the steak reaches your desired internal temperature (e.g., 130-135°F for medium-rare).
⏱️ 4 min•🌡️ 130
- 4
Remove the steak from the pan and transfer it to a cutting board. Tent loosely with foil and let it rest for at least 10 minutes. While the steak rests, proceed with the pasta and sauce.
⏱️ 10 min
- 5
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
⏱️ 12 min
- 6
In a separate large skillet or saucepan, melt the 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
⏱️ 3 min
- 7
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Do not boil vigorously. Reduce the heat to low.
⏱️ 3 min
- 8
Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, a handful at a time, until completely melted and the sauce begins to thicken. Season the Alfredo sauce with salt, black pepper, and dried parsley to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
⏱️ 5 min
- 9
Add the cooked and drained fettuccine pasta directly into the Alfredo sauce. Toss gently with tongs until the pasta is fully coated in the creamy sauce.
⏱️ 2 min
- 10
Slice the rested steak against the grain into thin strips.
⏱️ 2 min
- 11
To serve, place a generous portion of the creamy Alfredo pasta on each plate. Arrange the sliced steak over the pasta. Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of dried parsley (or fresh chopped parsley, if desired).
⏱️ 3 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Steak Alfredo
For the Steak
- 1 1/2 pounds steak, such as sirloin or ribeye
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
- 2 fresh thyme sprigs
- 3 garlic cloves, smashed
For the Alfredo Sauce and Pasta
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley, plus more for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Pat the steak dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Press the seasoning gently into the meat.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Heat a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over high heat. Add the vegetable oil. Once the oil is shimmering and just starting to smoke, carefully place the seasoned steak in the pan. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer for desired doneness, until a deep brown crust forms.
⏱️ 6 min - 3
Reduce the heat to medium. Flip the steak. Add the unsalted butter, fresh rosemary sprigs, fresh thyme sprigs, and smashed garlic cloves to the pan. Tilt the pan slightly and continuously baste the steak with the melted butter and herb mixture for 2-4 minutes, or until the steak reaches your desired internal temperature (e.g., 130-135°F for medium-rare).
⏱️ 4 min•🌡️ 130 - 4
Remove the steak from the pan and transfer it to a cutting board. Tent loosely with foil and let it rest for at least 10 minutes. While the steak rests, proceed with the pasta and sauce.
⏱️ 10 min - 5
Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
⏱️ 12 min - 6
In a separate large skillet or saucepan, melt the 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
⏱️ 3 min - 7
Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Do not boil vigorously. Reduce the heat to low.
⏱️ 3 min - 8
Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, a handful at a time, until completely melted and the sauce begins to thicken. Season the Alfredo sauce with salt, black pepper, and dried parsley to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
⏱️ 5 min - 9
Add the cooked and drained fettuccine pasta directly into the Alfredo sauce. Toss gently with tongs until the pasta is fully coated in the creamy sauce.
⏱️ 2 min - 10
Slice the rested steak against the grain into thin strips.
⏱️ 2 min - 11
To serve, place a generous portion of the creamy Alfredo pasta on each plate. Arrange the sliced steak over the pasta. Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of dried parsley (or fresh chopped parsley, if desired).
⏱️ 3 min