Creamy Garlic Butter Pepper Jack Steak Pasta
A cozy and flavorful dish featuring creamy garlic butter sauce, juicy steak, and pepper jack cheese, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), sliced
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the sliced steak to the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked to your desired doneness, about 3-5 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir in the pepper jack cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce and stir until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for best results. Don’t rush the simmering step to let the flavors meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg