A rich and flavorful pasta dish with tender steak and bell peppers in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce.
Author:mealauto
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Italian-American
Diet:Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
12 oz fettuccine
1 lb sirloin steak (or ribeye), cut into bite-size strips
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter, divided
1 orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup beef broth (or pasta water)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 tsp salt (plus more to taste)
1 tsp coarse black pepper (plus more for serving)
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccine until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
Sear the steak: Pat steak dry and season with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak 2–3 minutes per side until browned (cook in batches if needed). Transfer to a plate.
Sauté the peppers: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp butter. Toss in bell peppers and cook 3–4 minutes until slightly softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Make it creamy: Pour in heavy cream and beef broth (or reserved pasta water). Stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer 2–3 minutes.
Add Parmesan: Reduce heat to low and whisk in Parmesan until smooth and glossy.
Toss & finish: Add cooked fettuccine and steak back into the skillet. Toss to coat. Taste and adjust salt/pepper. Top with parsley and extra black pepper.
Notes
Use fresh Parmesan for the best flavor.
Let steak rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice level.
Nutrition
Serving Size:1 serving
Calories:740
Sugar:5g
Sodium:800mg
Fat:45g
Saturated Fat:24g
Unsaturated Fat:16g
Trans Fat:1g
Carbohydrates:50g
Fiber:3g
Protein:40g
Cholesterol:150mg
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