Pasta with Asparagus & Sirloin Steak with Garlic Butter

pasta with asparagus

Ingredients

  • 7 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

  • 3 dashes hot pepper sauce

  • 1/4 cup olive oil*

  • 1 tbs butter*

  • 1 lb fresh asparagus, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces*

  • Salt to taste

  • 1/4 tsp pepper

  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

  • 1/2 lb macaroni, cooked and drained*

Instructions

  1. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook the garlic, red pepper flakes and hot pepper sauce in oil and butter for 1 minute. Add the asparagus, salt and pepper; saute until asparagus is crisp-tender, 8-10 minutes. Stir in cheese.

  2. Pour over hot pasta and toss to coat.

  3. Serve immediately.

    *In flyer April 30 - May 6, 2023
    Recipe and photo credit: Taste of Home     

Sirloin Steak with Garlic Butter

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 lbs sirloin steak*

  • salt & pepper to taste

  • 1 tbs olive oil*

  • 4 tbs butter softened*

  • 1/2 tsp garlic minced

  • 1 tbs minced fresh herbs such as thyme, parsley or chives, plus more for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat each steak dry with a paper towel. Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat.

  2. Pour the olive oil into the pan. Season the steaks on both sides with salt and pepper.

  3. Place the steaks in a single layer in the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until browned. Use a thermometer to cook the steak to your desired level of doneness. I recommend cooking to medium which is 145 degrees F.

  4. While the steak is cooking, place the butter in a bowl along with the garlic, herbs, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.

  5. Let the steaks rest for at least 5 minutes off the heat. Place a dollop of butter on top of each steak. Slice the steak. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired, then serve.

*In flyer April 30 - May 6, 2023
Recipe and photo credit: Dinner at the Zoo

Annah Kassen