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Easy Cowboy Butter Steak Pasta


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  • Author: warmierecipes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A quick and satisfying creamy pasta dish with tender steak bites, garlic, and fresh parsley, perfect for family dinners in just 45 minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) pasta
  • 1 lb (450 g) steak bites
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat until fully melted.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Cook the steak bites in the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper, until browned and cooked to desired doneness, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Combine the cooked steak with lemon juice and parsley.
  6. Toss in the drained pasta, mixing well to coat with the sauce. Add reserved pasta water if necessary for creaminess.
  7. Serve warm, adding extra parsley if desired.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Consider adding grated Parmesan cheese or crushed red pepper flakes for extra zest.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 70g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg