Steak Spinach Artichoke Pasta (Printable)

Creamy pasta baked with tender steak, spinach, artichokes, and mozzarella for a satisfying meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pasta & Sauce

01 - 8 ounces penne pasta
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened
04 - 1 cup sour cream
05 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
07 - Salt, to taste
08 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Meats & Vegetables

09 - 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced
10 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
11 - 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
12 - 14 ounces canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped

→ Topping

13 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

# How to make it:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season flank steak with salt and pepper, sauté 3-4 minutes until browned. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove from heat.
04 - In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth. Fold in chopped spinach and artichoke hearts.
05 - Add cooked penne and sautéed steak with garlic to the creamy sauce mixture. Gently toss to coat evenly.
06 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the top.
07 - Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, until cheese is melted, bubbling, and golden brown.
08 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

# Recipe Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Creamy one-dish meal
  • Hearty and full of flavor
02 -
  • Marinate steak in olive oil garlic and Italian seasoning for 30 minutes before cooking for extra flavor
  • Pat artichoke hearts dry to prevent a watery bake
03 -
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor
  • Make sure not to overcook the pasta to keep it slightly firm in the bake
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