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Cowboy Butter Steak Pasta

Creamy Cowboy Butter Steak Pasta: A Cozy Dinner Delight

Elevate weeknight dinners with Cowboy Butter Steak Pasta, a zesty, creamy dish ready in just 35 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Rigatoni Can substitute with penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti
For the Steak
  • 1 lb Ribeye Steak Can substitute with sirloin or flank steak
For the Cowboy Butter Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Salted butter can be used; reduce additional salt
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard Can substitute with whole grain or yellow mustard
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic recommended
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika or chipotle powder can be used
  • 1/4 tsp Chili Flakes Adjust to taste or omit for milder dish
For Freshness
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can substitute with chives or cilantro
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice is ideal
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 cup Pasta Water Reserve before draining pasta

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Cooking spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cowboy Butter Steak Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add rigatoni and cook until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Heat a large skillet over high heat and add a splash of oil. Sear ribeye steak strips for about 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove and let rest.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium, melt unsalted butter, and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Add Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, lemon juice, and chili flakes.
  4. Add the cooked rigatoni and sliced steak back into the skillet. Toss gently, using reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if necessary.
  5. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Best enjoyed fresh as pasta may become soggy when frozen.

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