Baked pasta with tender steak, spinach, artichokes, and a golden mozzarella topping for a comforting dish.
# Ingredient List:
→ 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 and black pepper, to taste
→ Meats & Vegetables
08 - 1 pound flank steak, thinly sliced
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
11 - 14 ounces canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
→ Topping
12 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
# Recipe Steps:
01 - Set oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Boil a large pot of salted water and cook penne until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add flank steak, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until browned. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds; remove from heat.
04 - In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir to smooth consistency. Fold in chopped spinach and artichokes.
05 - Add cooked pasta and sautéed steak with garlic into the sauce mixture. Toss gently to coat evenly.
06 - Transfer mixture to prepared dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the top.
07 - Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbling, and golden.
08 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Suggest serving with a crisp salad or crusty bread.
