Description

Creamy Ranch Steak & Mozzarella Garlic Butter Pasta is a rich, comforting dish that combines tender seared steak bites with al dente penne pasta. Tossed in a luscious garlic butter and ranch-infused cream sauce melted with mozzarella cheese, this recipe offers a flavorful, hearty meal perfect for dinner lovers craving a creamy, cheesy pasta with savory steak.

Ingredients

Scale

Steak and Pasta

1 pound steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
12 ounces penne pasta

Sauce

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
4 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 packet ranch seasoning mix (approx. 1 ounce)
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

Cook the Steak: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak pieces and season with salt and black pepper. Sear the steak until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness, then remove from skillet and set aside.
Prepare the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook the penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Make the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the ranch seasoning mix. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese until it melts completely into the creamy ranch sauce, forming a smooth consistency.
Combine Pasta and Steak: Add the cooked pasta and seared steak back into the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together to fully coat the pasta and steak in the creamy mixture.
Serve: Serve the creamy ranch steak pasta hot. Optionally, garnish with extra cheese or fresh herbs for added flavor and presentation.

Notes

Use sirloin or ribeye steak for the best flavor and tenderness.
Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, but the sauce might be less rich.
Ensure not to overcook the garlic to avoid bitterness.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
Fresh herbs like parsley or chives can complement the dish as garnish.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: steak pasta, creamy ranch pasta, mozzarella pasta, garlic butter pasta, comfort food, skillet dinner