Beef and Mushroom Pasta

Ingredients

• 8 oz wide pasta noodles
• ¾ lb beef sirloin
• 8 oz cremini mushrooms
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes
• ¼ cup fresh parsley
• 1 tsp salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the 8 oz pasta and cook until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.

2. 2

   While pasta cooks, slice the 0.75 lb beef into thin strips and season with 0.5 tsp salt. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Add the beef in a single layer and sear until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes. Remove beef from the skillet and set aside.

4. 4

   Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, 8 oz sliced mushrooms, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Cook until mushrooms are golden and tender, about 6-8 minutes.

5. 5

   Return the beef to the skillet. Add 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes and 0.25 cup chopped parsley. Stir to combine.

6. 6

   Add the drained pasta and 0.5 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together over medium heat until the sauce coats the pasta, about 2-3 minutes. Season with remaining salt to taste.

7. 7

   Serve hot, topped with extra parsley if desired.

Tools you’ll need

• large pot
• large skillet
• colander
• measuring cups and spoons
• knife and cutting board

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