Cowboy Butter Steak Linguine with Roasted Carrots & Parsley Recipe
A hearty and flavorful Cowboy Butter Steak Linguine featuring tender seared steak pieces, sweet roasted carrots, and linguine tossed in a rich lemon-garlic Dijon butter sauce, finished with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting, Searing (Stovetop), Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 oz linguine
Steak and Carrots
- 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups carrots, sliced into thin sticks or coins
Butter Sauce
- 3 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Finishing Touches
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Roast Carrots: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the sliced carrots with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 15–20 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Cook Linguine: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sear Steak: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steak pieces with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sear the steak in the skillet for 2–3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
- Make Cowboy Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter along with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
- Toss Pasta and Steak: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing it well to coat with the butter sauce. Return the seared steak and roasted carrots to the skillet and gently combine all ingredients.
- Finish and Garnish: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley over the linguine mixture. Toss lightly and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
- Serve: Serve immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Steak can be cooked to your preferred doneness; adjust searing time accordingly.
- Roast the carrots until just caramelized to bring out their natural sweetness.
- For extra spice, increase the amount of crushed red pepper flakes or add a dash of hot sauce.
- Freshly grated Parmesan provides the best flavor, but pre-grated cheese can be substituted in a pinch.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated, though texture may change slightly.
Keywords: Cowboy Butter, Steak Linguine, Roasted Carrots, Pasta Recipe, Easy Dinner, Weeknight Meal, Garlic Butter Sauce, Parmesan, Sirloin, Ribeye
