Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo is a luxurious dish featuring tender steak pieces atop creamy Alfredo sauce tossed with your favorite pasta. The addition of Gorgonzola cheese and balsamic glaze adds a bold flavor, perfect for a special dinner or a comforting meal any day of the week.
Ingredients:
For the Steak:
- 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Pasta:
- 12 ounces fettuccine or your favorite pasta
- 1 cup baby spinach (optional)
- Balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Steak:
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the steak pieces with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Add the steak to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Alfredo Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
- Stir in the crumbled Gorgonzola cheese until melted and well combined.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Combine and Serve:
- Add the cooked pasta and baby spinach (if using) to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- Divide the pasta among serving plates and top with the cooked steak pieces.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Helpful Tips:
- Ensure the steak is cooked to your liking; adjust the cooking time as needed.
- If the Alfredo sauce thickens too much, add a splash of pasta water or more cream to thin it out.
- Gorgonzola has a strong flavor; start with less and add more to suit your taste.
FAQs:
- Can I use a different type of cheese? Yes, you can substitute Gorgonzola with blue cheese or skip it for a milder taste.
- Is there a non-dairy option? Use coconut cream instead of heavy cream and dairy-free cheese substitutes.
Serving Suggestions:
- Pair with a crisp green salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Enjoy this creamy and indulgent Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo inspired by Olive Garden’s famous dish!
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Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo
Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo is a luxurious dish featuring tender steak pieces atop creamy Alfredo sauce tossed with your favorite pasta. The addition of Gorgonzola cheese and balsamic glaze adds a bold flavor, perfect for a special dinner or a comforting meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
For the Steak:
- – 1 pound sirloin steak cut into bite-sized pieces
- – 2 tablespoons olive oil
- – Salt and black pepper to taste
- – 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Alfredo Sauce:
- – 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- – 4 cloves garlic minced
- – 2 cups heavy cream
- – 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- – 1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- – Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Pasta:
- – 12 ounces fettuccine or your favorite pasta
- – 1 cup baby spinach optional
- – Balsamic glaze for drizzling
- – Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook the Pasta:
- – Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- – Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
- – Drain and set aside.
Cook the Steak:
- – While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- – Season the steak pieces with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- – Add the steak to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- – Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Prepare the Alfredo Sauce:
- – In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- – Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- – Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- – Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
- – Stir in the crumbled Gorgonzola cheese until melted and well combined.
- – Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Combine and Serve:
- – Add the cooked pasta and baby spinach (if using) to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- – Divide the pasta among serving plates and top with the cooked steak pieces.
- – Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.