Name: Cowboy Butter Steak Linguine with Roasted Carrots & Parsley
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 12 oz linguine; 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces; 2 cups carrots, sliced into thin sticks or coins; 3 tbsp olive oil (divided); 4 tbsp butter; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp lemon juice; ½ tsp paprika; ½ tsp garlic powder; ½ tsp onion powder; ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional); 1 tsp Dijon mustard; Salt and black pepper, to taste; ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese; Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Description

A hearty and flavorful pasta dish that combines tender steak bites, sweet roasted carrots, and garlicky cowboy butter sauce tossed with linguine. Finished with Parmesan and fresh parsley, it’s comfort food with a gourmet twist.

Ingredients

Scale

12 oz linguine
1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups carrots, sliced into thin sticks or coins
3 tbsp olive oil (divided)
4 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and black pepper, to taste
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss carrot slices with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15–20 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook linguine according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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 2–3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to desired doneness. Remove from skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes if using.
Add cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing to coat in the cowboy butter sauce. Return steak and roasted carrots to the skillet and toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and chopped parsley. Toss lightly and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Use a high-quality steak for the best flavor and tenderness.
For extra creaminess, add ¼ cup of reserved pasta water while tossing the pasta.
Swap linguine for fettuccine or spaghetti if desired.
Make it spicier by increasing crushed red pepper flakes or adding a dash of smoked paprika.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and gently reheated on the stovetop with a splash of butter or olive oil.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes