Description
A rich and comforting dish featuring tender garlic-butter steak bites paired with cheese-filled tortellini tossed in a creamy Alfredo sauce. A decadent, restaurant-quality meal perfect for weeknights or special dinners.
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs (≈ 680 g) steak bites (sirloin or ribeye recommended)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (20 oz ≈ 560 g) package cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for the Alfredo sauce)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1½ cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add steak bites in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and sear each side for 2–3 minutes or until desired doneness. Remove from skillet and set aside, keeping the garlic-butter drippings in the pan.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add 2 tablespoons butter, then pour in heavy cream. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and thickened, about 4–5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the Alfredo sauce and toss to coat evenly. Let simmer for 1–2 minutes to meld flavors.
- Return the steak bites to the skillet and stir gently to warm and combine with pasta.
- Serve warm, topped with remaining garlic butter from the pan and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and smooth sauce.
- Don’t overcrowd the skillet when searing steak to ensure a proper crust.
- If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of cream or milk to loosen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 780
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 55g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
