Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Creamy Parmesan Shells
Ingredients:
For the Steak Bites:
1 lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
1 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp unsalted butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Creamy Parmesan Shells:
8 oz small shell pasta
2 tbsp butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
Directions:
Cook shell pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season steak bites with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
Sear steak bites for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, lower heat to medium, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute.
Return steak to skillet and toss in garlic butter. Cook for 1 more minute and remove from heat.
In a separate saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute. Add cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until creamy.
Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat.
Plate creamy shells and top with garlic butter steak bites. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 580 per serving Servings: 4 servings