Description
Looking for the ultimate comfort food with a gourmet twist? This Velveeta Steak Fettuccine with Garlic Butter Cream Sauce delivers big on flavor, elegance, and satisfaction. Tender, juicy steak slices paired with silky fettuccine, all smothered in a creamy garlic butter sauce made with Velveeta and Parmesan—this is the kind of easy dinner that feels indulgent but comes together quickly. Whether you’re seeking quick weeknight meals, rich dinner ideas, or a decadent food idea for guests, this one checks every box. A great easy recipe for those craving steakhouse flavor with pasta night comfort.
Ingredients
1 pound ribeye or sirloin steak
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 ounces fettuccine noodles
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup Velveeta cheese cubed (about 6 ounces)
0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
0.5 cup reserved pasta water
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Extra Parmesan for serving
Lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine and cook until al dente, about 10–12 minutes. Reserve 0.5 cup of pasta water before draining.
2. While pasta cooks, pat steak dry. Rub with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
3. Heat a skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Sear steak for 3–4 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Remove from pan and let rest for 5 minutes.
4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and garlic, sauté for 1 minute.
5. Stir in heavy cream, scraping any browned bits. Add Velveeta and stir until melted and smooth.
6. Mix in Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Let simmer 3–4 minutes.
7. Add drained fettuccine to the sauce and toss gently. Use reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
8. Slice steak against the grain. Place on top of pasta or mix in.
9. Garnish with parsley, extra Parmesan, and lemon zest. Serve hot.
Notes
Let the steak rest after cooking to preserve its juices and tenderness.
Add reserved pasta water gradually to keep the sauce silky and prevent clumping.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest, richest sauce texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American-Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
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