Here’s a rich, comforting recipe for Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine with Savory Beef – creamy, garlicky pasta tossed with tender, seasoned beef. It’s like a cross between a steakhouse dinner and cozy pasta night.
🍝 Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine with Savory Beef
Ingredients (Serves 4):
For the beef:
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1 lb (450g) beef sirloin, flank steak, or ground beef
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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Optional: 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce
For the pasta:
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12 oz linguine (or pasta of choice)
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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5 garlic cloves, minced
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½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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¾ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
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1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for topping)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions:
1. Cook the pasta:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Cook linguine until al dente according to package directions.
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Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water, then drain.
2. Cook the beef:
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While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Season beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
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Sear sliced beef or cook ground beef until browned and cooked through.
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Add Worcestershire or soy sauce if using, and cook until slightly caramelized. Remove and set aside.
3. Make the garlic butter sauce:
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In the same skillet, lower heat to medium and add butter.
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Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
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Stir in cream and let simmer for 2–3 minutes.
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Reduce heat and whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth and melty.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Combine everything:
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Add cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. If needed, loosen with a bit of reserved pasta water.
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Stir in the cooked beef and let everything warm through for a minute or two.
✅ Serve:
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Plate up with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley on top.
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Optional: Add a squeeze of lemon or a dash of hot sauce for brightness or kick.
🔄 Variations:
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Add sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes.
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Use shredded chicken or shrimp instead of beef.
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Try mozzarella or Gruyère along with Parmesan for extra cheesiness.
Would you like a meal-prep version or a lighter/dairy-free twist on this?