Cowboy Butter Steak Linguine (Printable Version)

Linguine mixed with seared steak and roasted carrots in a flavorful garlic butter sauce, topped with Parmesan and parsley.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz linguine

→ Protein

02 - 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 cups carrots, sliced into thin sticks or coins

→ Oils and Fats

04 - 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
05 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter

→ Aromatics and Seasonings

06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
08 - ½ tsp paprika
09 - ½ tsp garlic powder
10 - ½ tsp onion powder
11 - ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
12 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
13 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Cheese and Garnish

14 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
15 - Fresh parsley, chopped

# Steps to Cook:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss carrot slices with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Arrange on a baking sheet and roast for 15 to 20 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season steak pieces with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sear steak for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to desired doneness. Remove from skillet and set aside.
04 - In the same skillet, melt butter with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
05 - Add cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing to coat in the cowboy butter sauce. Return steak and roasted carrots to the skillet and gently toss to combine.
06 - Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and chopped parsley. Toss lightly and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper. Serve immediately while warm.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For extra creaminess, add ¼ cup reserved pasta water while tossing the pasta. Use a high-quality steak for optimal flavor and tenderness. Leftovers can be gently reheated on the stovetop with a splash of butter or olive oil.