Prepare to meet your next weeknight favorite: Savory Beef Linguine with Velvety Garlic Butter Sauce. This dish brings together seared, tender beef cubes with rich, garlicky butter sauce layered over a bed of perfectly cooked linguine. Every bite is a savory experience, where comfort food meets restaurant-worthy flavor.

It’s the kind of dinner that impresses without stress. The garlic butter sauce clings to each strand of pasta, while the golden-seared beef bites melt in your mouth. Whether you’re cooking for your family or hosting friends, this recipe will make you feel like a chef in your own kitchen.

What Cut of Beef Works Best for Garlic Butter Pasta?

For this dish, you’ll want a cut that sears well and stays juicy—sirloin steak or ribeye are perfect. They offer rich flavor and tender texture, and when cut into cubes and seared, they develop a mouthwatering crust. If you’re looking for a more affordable option, flank or flat iron steak also works beautifully.

Ingredients for the Savory Beef Linguine with Velvety Garlic Butter Sauce

Linguine Pasta
The perfect pasta for soaking up that luxurious garlic butter sauce.

Sirloin or Ribeye Steak (cubed)
Marbled beef sears to perfection, bringing rich flavor and satisfying bites.

Unsalted Butter
The base of the sauce—its richness creates that velvety texture.

Fresh Garlic (minced)
Garlic is the star here, infusing the sauce with deep, savory notes.

Heavy Cream
For that lush, creamy finish that brings all the ingredients together.

Fresh Parsley (chopped)
Adds freshness and color to balance the richness.

Parmesan Cheese (grated)
Melted into the sauce, it adds umami depth and a silky finish.

Salt & Pepper
Season to taste and bring out the natural flavors of each component.

Olive Oil
Helps get that golden sear on your beef while adding a hint of fruitiness.

How To Make the Savory Beef Linguine with Velvety Garlic Butter Sauce

Step 1: Sear the Beef Cubes

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the beef cubes in a single layer. Sear on all sides until browned and a crust forms. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 2: Boil the Linguine

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the linguine until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 3: Make the Garlic Butter Sauce

In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Melt the butter, then add the minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in heavy cream and allow to simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 4: Add Cheese and Seasonings

Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese melts into the sauce. Add salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce feels too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water to loosen.

Step 5: Combine Everything

Toss the cooked linguine into the sauce until evenly coated. Add the seared beef cubes back into the pan. Gently mix and heat everything together for another minute.

Step 6: Garnish and Serve

Top with freshly chopped parsley and a final sprinkle of Parmesan before serving hot.

Serving and Storing Your Savory Beef Linguine

This dish is best enjoyed fresh, straight from the pan when the beef is still juicy and the sauce is at its silkiest. That said, leftovers are more than welcome! Store any extras in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, add a splash of cream or water and warm on the stove over low heat until the sauce loosens and everything is heated through.

What to Serve With Savory Beef Linguine?

Garlic Bread

Nothing beats classic garlic bread for mopping up every last drop of sauce.

Caesar Salad

A crisp Caesar salad adds a refreshing, tangy crunch.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Oven-roasted sprouts offer a nutty flavor that balances the rich sauce.

Creamed Spinach

Soft and creamy greens make a luscious pairing.

Grilled Asparagus

Light and fresh, asparagus keeps the meal feeling balanced.

Caprese Salad

Tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil add cool, juicy contrast.

Red Wine

A bold red wine like Cabernet Sauvignon is perfect for this beefy pasta.

Want More Pasta Dinner Ideas?

If you love this beef linguine, you’ll want to explore these creamy and bold recipes too:

Creamy Beef and Shells Recipe for quick and cheesy comfort.
Stovetop Creamy Ground Beef Pasta when you want one-pot ease.
Creamy Ground Beef Alfredo Pasta for a rich and indulgent twist.
Garlic Butter Chicken with Rigatoni and Parmesan if you love that garlic butter flavor with chicken.
One Pot Cheesy Mozzarella Cajun Steak Pasta Fest for a spiced-up version of a steak pasta classic.

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