Description
A delicious and hearty meal featuring tender garlic butter steak bites paired with creamy Parmesan tortellini and a rich garlic sauce. This quick and easy recipe blends savory seared steak with a luscious homemade cream sauce, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak and Seasonings
- 1 pound sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce and Pasta
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 9 ounces cheese tortellini, cooked and drained
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Boil Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
- Season Steak: Season the bite-sized steak cubes evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning to ensure bold, well-balanced flavors.
- Sear Steak: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the steak cubes in a single layer and sear for 2–3 minutes per side until nicely browned. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside to keep warm.
- Prepare Garlic Butter: Reduce the skillet heat to medium. Add the unsalted butter and minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Make Sauce: Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese into the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cheese has melted fully and the sauce thickens slightly, creating a creamy and smooth texture.
- Add Tortellini: Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss gently to coat the pasta evenly in the creamy garlic Parmesan sauce.
- Combine Steak and Pasta: Return the seared steak bites to the skillet and stir gently to combine all ingredients and heat through.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish for a fresh pop of color and flavor. Serve hot for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- Use a high-quality cut of steak like sirloin or ribeye for the best flavor and tenderness.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet when searing the steak bites to ensure proper browning.
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese melts better and provides a richer flavor than pre-grated varieties.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce but the texture will be less rich.
- For a dairy-free version, use a non-dairy cream substitute and omit the Parmesan cheese.
- Cook cheese tortellini just until tender to prevent it from becoming mushy when tossed in the sauce.
