Description
Gorgonzola-kissed steak nestles in a luxurious parmesan alfredo, creating a symphony of rich Italian-inspired flavors. Creamy sauce and perfectly seared meat promise a restaurant-quality dinner you’ll savor with each indulgent bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) sirloin steak, thinly sliced
Cheese:
- 1 cup (100 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
Pasta and Seasonings:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) fettuccine pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Generously coat the sirloin with salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring even seasoning across the entire surface.
- Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a rolling boil at high heat. Submerge fettuccine and cook for precisely 8-10 minutes until perfectly al dente, maintaining a slight firmness. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
- Warm olive oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully place the seasoned steak into the pan, allowing it to sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until a rich golden-brown crust develops. Transfer steak to a warmed plate and let rest.
- In the same skillet with residual meat drippings, gently toast minced garlic for 60 seconds, releasing its aromatic essence without burning.
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet, bringing to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until the sauce transforms into a smooth, velvety consistency. Crumble Gorgonzola into the mixture, stirring until completely incorporated and luxuriously creamy.
- Slice the rested steak against the grain into thin strips. Reintroduce the steak into the sauce, ensuring each piece is lavishly coated. Add prepared fettuccine and delicately toss, allowing the pasta to absorb the rich, creamy sauce.
- Transfer to serving plates, garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Meat Selection: Choose a high-quality sirloin with good marbling for maximum tenderness and flavor intensity.
- Cooking Temperature: Use a meat thermometer to achieve perfect steak doneness, aiming for medium-rare around 135°F for optimal juiciness.
- Sauce Consistency: Control sauce thickness by gradually adding Parmesan and adjusting heat to prevent separation or graininess.
- Dietary Modifications: Swap heavy cream with coconut milk for lactose-free version or use gluten-free pasta for celiac-friendly adaptation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 42 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg