Garlic Butter Beef Linguine in Creamy Parmesan Sauce

Here’s a delicious Garlic Butter Beef Linguine in Creamy Parmesan Sauce recipe that’s perfect for a cozy dinner. This recipe is rich, flavorful, and comes together in about 30–40 minutes.

🥩 Garlic Butter Beef Linguine in Creamy Parmesan Sauce

🍝 Ingredients:

For the beef:

• 1 lb (450g) beef sirloin or ribeye, thinly sliced

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

For the sauce:

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version)

• ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

• ½ cup reserved pasta water (adjust as needed)

For the pasta:

• 12 oz (340g) linguine

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

• Extra grated Parmesan (for serving)

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta:

   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

   • Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.

2. Sear the beef:

   • Season sliced beef with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

   • Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

   • Add the beef and cook until browned, about 2–3 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove and set aside.

3. Make the sauce:

   • In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 2 tbsp butter.

   • Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.

   • Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

   • Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

   • Stir in Parmesan cheese, and season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.

   • Simmer for 3–5 minutes until thickened. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.

4. Combine everything:

   • Add cooked linguine to the sauce and toss to coat.

   • Add the seared beef and any juices back to the skillet and toss again until heated through.

   • Adjust seasoning if needed.

5. Serve:

   • Plate the pasta and garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan.

   • Serve warm with garlic bread or a fresh salad.

📝 Tips:

• For extra richness, add a splash of white wine before the cream.

• Mushrooms or spinach can be sautéed with the onions for more depth.

• Swap beef with shrimp or chicken for variation.