Cajun Steak Fettuccine

Recipe courtesy of Certified Angus Beef LLC.

Recipe Ingredients:

2 pounds Certified Angus Beef® boneless sirloin steak (1 1/2-inch thick)

Herb Rub:
1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seed
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons dried leaf oregano

Fettuccine:
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup minced garlic
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 pound fettuccine
2 tablespoons butter

Cooking Directions:

1. Prepare Herb Rub: Combine fennel seed, oregano, paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper in small bowl, mixing well. Sprinkle both sides of steak with seasoning and rub into the surface.
2. Prepare Fettuccine: Cook pasta following package directions; drain well. Melt butter in large skillet, add garlic and red onion, and cook until tender. Add drained pasta; toss with garlic butter mixture. Remove from heat, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and toss.
3. Place steak on grill over medium-high heat. Grill 22 to 26 minutes for medium rare to medium degree of doneness, turning once. Transfer steak to cutting board and allow to stand 3 to 5 minutes. Slice across the grain into thin strips.
4. Top fettuccine with steak strips.

Makes 6 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/6 of recipe): Calories: 553; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 7g; Cholesterol: 101mg; Total Carbs: 62g; Fiber: 3g; Protein: 43g; Sodium: 591mg.

Recipe and photograph courtesy of Certified Angus Beef LLC.