Description
Creamy Parmesan Steak & Sweet Corn Bowtie is a rich, indulgent pasta dish featuring tender slices of seared steak tossed with bowtie pasta, sweet corn, and a luscious Parmesan cream sauce. It’s a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and creamy — an upscale yet comforting meal you can make at home in under 40 minutes.
Ingredients
- 12 oz (340g) bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 lb (450g) sirloin or ribeye steak, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken or beef broth
- 1 cup (100g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup (150g) sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook bowtie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Season steak slices with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and half of the Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak slices and sear 1–2 minutes per side until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in broth and heavy cream, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add corn, remaining Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
- Return steak and pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed for desired consistency.
- Simmer for 2–3 minutes until hot and creamy.
- Garnish with parsley and serve immediately with extra Parmesan on top.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest, most flavorful sauce.
- For extra sweetness, char the corn before adding it to the sauce.
- Ribeye provides the most tenderness and flavor, but sirloin or flank steak work great too.
- Add sautéed spinach or roasted red peppers for a colorful twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American