Striker Chef's Ultimate Steak and Butter Rigatoni Pasta

• 1 thick steak cut of beef (about 600g~1kg)
• Rigatoni pasta for 2 servings
• Guanciale or bacon, as needed
• 5~6 cloves garlic
• 2~3 sprigs thyme
• 2~3 tbsp cold butter
• Generous amount of grated Parmesan cheese
• Green onion, as needed
• Olive oil, as needed
• Generous amount of salt
• Generous amount of coarsely ground whole black pepper

Recipe 🍳

Cooking tips 💡

• When finishing a butter-based pasta sauce, be sure to turn off the heat completely and add cold butter, stirring quickly to prevent the fat and water from separating, achieving a creamy traditional sauce.
• Resting the steak is as important as cooking it. Allow the meat to rest before slicing to lock in juices for a tender and moist texture.

Recommended for 🙋

• ⭐Those who want to serve an impressive steak set at home parties or special occasions, matching the quality of a high-end restaurant.
• ⭐Those who want to master the authentic pasta technique of emulsifying butter and pasta water (Mantecare) without heavy cream.