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Healthy Creamy Steak Spaghetti

Healthy Creamy Steak Spaghetti

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Diet: Mediterranean, High-Protein

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz Lean Sirloin Steak, cut into thin strips
  • 8 oz Whole Wheat Spaghetti (or chickpea pasta for extra fiber)
  • 2 cups Fresh Baby Spinach
  • 1 cup Sliced Cremini Mushrooms
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 small Shallot, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup Low-Sodium Beef Broth
  • 1/4 cup Light Cream or Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste
  • Red Pepper Flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Boil the Pasta
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until it reaches al dente. Before draining, reserve at least 1 cup of the starchy pasta water. This water is the secret to a smooth, healthy sauce. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
  2. Step 2: Sear the Steak
    While the pasta cooks, season the steak strips generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak in a single layer. Sear for 2-3 minutes until browned on the outside but still slightly pink in the middle. Remove the steak from the pan and set it aside on a plate to rest.
  3. Step 3: Sauté the Aromatics and Vegetables
    In the same skillet, add the diced shallots and mushrooms. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the mushrooms release their moisture and turn golden brown. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for another 60 seconds until fragrant. Deglaze the pan with the beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  4. Step 4: Create the Healthy Creamy Sauce
    Lower the heat to medium-low. Stir in the light cream (or tempered Greek yogurt) and the grated Parmesan cheese. Whisk gently until the cheese melts and the sauce begins to simmer. Add the fresh baby spinach and stir until it wilts into the sauce.
  5. Step 5: Combine and Emulsify
    Toss the cooked spaghetti and the seared steak (along with any juices on the plate) into the skillet. Pour in a splash of the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together vigorously. The starch in the water will help the sauce cling to every strand of spaghetti. If the sauce is too thick, add more pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
  6. Step 6: Final Plating
    Divide the spaghetti into four bowls. Top with freshly chopped parsley and an extra sprinkle of black pepper. Serve immediately while the sauce is hot and glossy.
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes

Find it online: https://www.smilefood.net/healthy-creamy-steak-spaghetti/