Creamy Cowboy Butter Linguine: Indulgent Steak Bites & Spinach Recipe
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring succulent steak bites and fresh spinach, perfect for a hearty dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Meat-based
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine
- 1 pound steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the steak bites and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the chopped spinach, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in the cooked linguine and Parmesan cheese, stirring until well combined and heated through.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, consider adding red pepper flakes.
- You can substitute chicken or shrimp for the steak if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 1 gram
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams