Ingredients:**
**For the Steak Bites:**
– 1 lb (450g) sirloin, ribeye, or tenderloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 3 tbsp butter
– 4 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
– 1 tsp fresh rosemary (or ½ tsp dried rosemary)
– ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
– Salt and black pepper to taste
– 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
**For the Creamy Spaghetti:**
– 8 oz (225g) spaghetti or fettuccine
– 2 tbsp butter
– 3 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 cup heavy cream
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
– ¼ tsp black pepper
– ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
– 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
**Instructions:**
**1. Cook the Pasta:**
– Boil spaghetti in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
**2. Prepare the Steak Bites:**
– Season steak cubes generously with salt and pepper.
– Heat olive oil in a large skillet over **high heat**. Once hot, add steak in a single layer (work in batches if needed).
– Sear for **2-3 minutes per side** until browned. Remove and set aside.
– Lower heat to **medium**, add butter, garlic, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for **30 seconds** until fragrant.
– Return steak bites to the skillet and toss in garlic butter. Garnish with parsley and keep warm.
**3. Make the Creamy Spaghetti:**
– In the same or another pan, melt butter over **medium heat**. Add garlic and sauté for **30 seconds**.
– Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat.
– Stir in Parmesan, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until smooth.
– Toss in cooked spaghetti and mix well.
**4. Serve:**
– Plate the creamy spaghetti and top with sizzling garlic butter steak bites.
– Garnish with extra parsley and Parmesan if desired.
Enjoy this **restaurant-worthy meal** at home**
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