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A hearty one-pot dish of rigatoni pasta mixed with juicy steak bites, sautéed red peppers, and a rich tomato-based sauce, garnished with fresh herbs in a black skillet.

One-Pot Zesty Steak Pasta

One-Pot Zesty Steak Pasta with tender beef, rigatoni, and peppers simmered in a bold, savory sauce—an easy, flavor-packed meal in just one pot!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine British
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta:

  • 1 lb steak sirloin or flank, thinly sliced
  • 8 oz pasta penne or fusilli
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Steak: In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced steak to the pot and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, ensuring the steak is browned on the outside, but not fully cooked through. Once browned, remove the steak from the pot and set it aside.
  • Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add the minced garlic, sliced onion, and sliced bell pepper. Sauté the mixture for approximately 3-5 minutes until the vegetables become tender and the garlic releases its fragrance.
  • Cook the Pasta: Pour the beef broth into the pot, using a spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add the pasta and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and allow the pasta to cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking.
  • Combine Steak and Tomatoes: After 10 minutes, add the halved cherry tomatoes to the pot along with the previously cooked steak. Stir the ingredients together and continue to cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, uncovered, until the flavors are well incorporated and the sauce has slightly thickened.
  • Final Adjustments: Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving to enhance both the presentation and flavor. Serve immediately.