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This decadent dish combines al dente spaghetti tossed in a velvety garlic butter cream sauce, topped with tender, pan-seared beef and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan. Rich, savory, and ready in under 30 minutes — it’s comfort food at its finest!
⏱️ Prep Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
🥘 Equipment
- Large pot (for pasta)
- Large skillet or sauté pan
- Knife and cutting board
- Tongs or spatula
- Grater (for cheese and garlic, if needed)
🧂 Ingredients
For the Pasta:
- 8 oz (225g) spaghetti
- Salt (for pasta water)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for topping)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes, parsley for garnish
For the Parmesan Beef:
- 1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (to crust beef)
📌 Ingredient Notes
- Beef: Flank steak is tender and cooks quickly, but sirloin or even ribeye works great too.
- Cream: Full-fat heavy cream gives the best richness. You can substitute with half-and-half, but sauce will be thinner.
- Parmesan: Freshly grated is ideal for both flavor and melting.
- Spaghetti: You can substitute with fettuccine, linguine, or even gluten-free pasta.
👩🍳 Instructions
- Cook Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain. - Sear the Beef:
While pasta cooks, season beef with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear beef for 2–3 minutes per side until browned and just cooked through.
Sprinkle Parmesan over beef in the last minute of cooking to form a crust. Remove from pan and set aside. - Make Garlic Butter Sauce:
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Stir in cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add Parmesan and whisk until melted and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. - Combine:
Add cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss to coat. Use reserved pasta water, a splash at a time, to loosen sauce if needed. - Serve:
Plate spaghetti and top with sliced Parmesan-crusted beef. Garnish with extra Parmesan and chopped parsley if desired.
🧾 Nutrition Facts (Approx. per serving)
- Calories: 620
- Protein: 38g
- Fat: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Sugar: 2g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
(Nutrition will vary based on exact ingredients and portion sizes.)
💡 Tips and Variations
- Make It Spicier: Add chili flakes or a drizzle of chili oil to the sauce.
- Add Veggies: Stir in spinach, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes during the sauce step.
- Lighter Version: Use half-and-half or evaporated milk instead of heavy cream.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free pasta.
- No Beef? Try grilled chicken, shrimp, or roasted veggies instead.
