Description
Sink your teeth into this rich, satisfying Garlic Butter Steak with Cheesy Linguine in Four-Cheese Sauce — a decadent fusion of juicy seared steak bites and creamy, velvety pasta. Perfect for dinner ideas when you’re craving both comfort and bold flavor. This easy dinner recipe delivers a restaurant-quality meal in under an hour, making it a standout choice for weeknight meals, date night, or special occasions. With its quick preparation and indulgent results, it’s one of those food ideas that combines the best of both worlds — a hearty, meaty bite and the smooth, cheesy embrace of a pasta favorite.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
1 tsp chopped parsley (optional)
12 oz linguine
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1.5 cups heavy cream
0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
0.5 cup shredded mozzarella
0.5 cup shredded sharp cheddar
0.5 cup crumbled gorgonzola cheese (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tsp Italian seasoning or pinch of nutmeg (optional)
Chopped parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
1. Let steak rest at room temperature for 20–30 minutes. Pat dry and season with salt and pepper.
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook linguine until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
3. In a saucepan, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 2 cloves garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
4. Add heavy cream and gently simmer. Stir in parmesan, mozzarella, cheddar, and gorgonzola one at a time, whisking until smooth.
5. Season sauce with salt, pepper, and optional nutmeg. Lower heat and keep warm.
6. Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet on high. Sear steak cubes for 2–3 minutes on each side until crust forms.
7. Lower heat to medium, add 3 tbsp butter and 2 minced garlic cloves. Baste steak with garlic butter for 1–2 minutes.
8. Toss linguine in cheese sauce. Add reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
9. Plate the cheesy linguine and top with steak bites. Garnish with parsley, chili flakes, or extra cheese.
10. Serve immediately while hot and creamy.
Notes
Dry the steak cubes thoroughly before searing to achieve a better crust.
Always use freshly grated cheese for a smoother, richer sauce.
Reserve pasta water — it’s the secret to perfect pasta sauce consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner / Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 1¼ cups pasta + 6 oz steak
- Calories: 820
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 55g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: steak pasta, garlic butter steak, cheesy linguine, easy dinner recipe, creamy pasta