Description
Juicy steak bites with creamy garlic butter Alfredo shell pasta. A rich, satisfying dinner perfect for quick summer meals and family nights.
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 pounds sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 teaspoon salt (for steak)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper (for steak)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for steak)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for steak)
- 12 ounces medium shell pasta
- 1 teaspoon salt (for pasta water)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (for sauce)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 and 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (for sauce)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (for sauce)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook shell pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Pat steak cubes dry and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak in a single layer and sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter and minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring, until slightly thickened.
- Stir in parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed for a silky texture.
- Return steak bites to the skillet and gently toss with the pasta and sauce.
- Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- For the best sear, cook steak in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American