Steak Spaghetti with Zucchini in Cream Cheese Parmesan Sauce .
- 12 oz spaghetti
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 6 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh parsley
Directions:
1. Cook the spaghetti: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sear the steak: Season the steak cubes with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the steak bites and sear for 3-5 minutes, cooking them to your desired doneness. Once browned, remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté the zucchini: In the same skillet, add butter. Once melted, toss in the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the zucchini and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender but still slightly crisp.
4. Make the cream cheese Parmesan sauce: Lower the heat to medium. Pour in the heavy cream and add the softened cream cheese, stirring until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Let it gently simmer for 3-4 minutes.
5. Add the cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts into the sauce. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
6. Bring it all together: Return the seared steak to the skillet and add the cooked spaghetti. Toss everything together until the pasta is well-coated in the creamy sauce.
7. Garnish and serve: Finish your dish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a dash of red pepper flakes for an added kick, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy every bite!
Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesServings: 4Calories per serving: ~600 kcal