Creamy Cowboy Butter Linguine: Indulgent Steak Bites & Spinach Recipe
This Creamy Cowboy Butter Linguine recipe features succulent steak bites and fresh spinach, creating an indulgent dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: gluten-free optional
- 8 ounces linguine
- 1 pound steak (such as sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the steak bites and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter and add minced garlic, sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the smoked paprika and red pepper flakes, then pour in the heavy cream. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the cooked linguine, cooked steak, and spinach to the skillet. Toss until well combined.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
- This dish can be customized by adding your favorite vegetables.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Cowboy Butter Linguine, Steak Bites, Spinach Recipe