Creamy Steak Pasta with Dairy Free Alfredo Sauce

Craving a creamy and cheesy pasta but struggling with gluten and dairy restrictions? Fear not, my friend! I, too, am a pasta lover who avoids gluten and limits my dairy intake. But guess what? I’ve found the solution to our pasta woes – a delectable, gluten-free, dairy-free, creamy steak pasta.

Imagine savoring every bite of your favorite pasta dish without feeling any of the yucky effects later on. This delicious dish boasts a luscious, creamy sauce made with almond milk and nutritional yeast, giving it a rich and cheesy flavor that you’d never guess was dairy-free. Then it’s topped with a tender, juicy steak, sliced into perfect strips. 

And here’s the best part: even if you’re not gluten- or dairy-free, you can easily customize this recipe to fit your preferences. Simply swap out the gluten-free pasta for your preferred type, and use regular dairy instead of non-dairy items. Easy peasy!

This creamy steak pasta dish is the perfect meal, packed with 40 grams of protein to keep you feeling full and satisfied. Indulge in your pasta cravings with this irresistible dish, guilt-free!

Steak 

• Sirloin steak: Any tender marbled cut of steak will work. Options include sirloin, ribeye steak, or flat iron steak.
• Sea salt
• Ground black pepper
• Ghee or your favorite cooking oil: Only needed if pan-frying.

Pasta & Alfredo Sauce Recipe

• Gluten free pasta: I used gluten-free pasta, but feel free to use regular pasta if you are not gluten-free. 
• Ghee: You can also use your preferred cooking oil or vegan butter.  
• Onion
• Fresh garlic cloves
• Bone broth: You can substitute beef broth, chicken broth, or vegetable broth if that’s what you have on hand. 
• Almond milk: I used almond milk, but you can use your preferred vegan milk option or regular dairy like heavy cream. 
• Salt and pepper: To taste. 
• Red pepper flakes
• Arrowroot starch: Optional, if needed to thicken the sauce. 
• Nutritional yeast: You can substitute shredded parmesan cheese if you are not dairy free. 
• Peas: Fresh or frozen will work. 
• Chopped parsley

1. Prepare the steak by seasoning with salt and pepper. 
2. Heat the grill on high heat, or heat ghee (or olive oil) in a large pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat on the stovetop. Cook steak for 4-6 minutes per side, depending on your preferred level of doneness. Cook to an internal temperature of 135-140 degrees for medium rare. 
3. Transfer the cooked steak to a cutting board and cover with aluminum foil. Make the pasta while the steak rests.
4. Heat ghee (or a little oil) in a wide, large skillet over medium heat.
5. Add onion and garlic to the pan and stir, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
6. Pour in broth, milk, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Add the pasta (uncooked) and submerge in the liquid.
7. Turn up the heat to bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer. Cook the pasta for 7-12 minutes (depending on the cooking time of your pasta) while stirring occasionally to prevent it from sticking. The pasta should cook through, and the sauce should reduce and thicken. If too much liquid cooks off, you can add more milk.
8. Optional: The sauce might be thin depending on what milk you use. If you want to thicken the sauce, whisk together arrowroot starch and 1 tbsp of water in a small bowl and stir into the pan. 
9. Stir in nutritional yeast and frozen peas for one minute. Taste to add more salt, ground black pepper, or crushed red pepper flakes. Turn off the heat.
10. Slice the steak thinly against the grain.
11. Serve the pasta on a plate, topped with a few steak strips. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish.

Expert Tips

• Cooking time: Depending on the pasta you use, the cooking time may vary. Make sure to follow the directions on the box of pasta you use for how long to cook the pasta in step 7. If al dente is preferred, cook pasta 1-2 minutes shorter directions specify. Taste for the desired doneness. 
• Vegan Alfredo Sauce: This dairy-free alfredo sauce can be made completely vegan, but keep in mind that it is a creamy steak pasta recipe, so the dish as a whole is not vegan. 
• Steak Alternatives: You can omit the steak to make it completely vegan, or you can add tofu, chicken, or your protein of choice if steak is not preferred. 

Serving Tips

• Serve warm with your favorite garlic bread, side salad, and a glass of red wine (if you prefer), which pairs really nicely with the steak.  
• Garnish with fresh parsley and/or extra parmesan cheese (if not dairy-free). 

Storage Tips

• This creamy steak pasta is best eaten right away, but leftovers can be kept in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

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