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Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Alfredo Tortellini

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This dish combines juicy garlic butter steak bites with pillowy cheese tortellini in a rich, creamy Parmesan Alfredo sauce, creating a savory and indulgent meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 1500
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak Bites
  • 1.5 lbs steak bites, tender, cut into bite-size pieces Choose a tender cut for quick cooking.
  • 3 tbsp butter, for searing the steak Adds rich flavor and helps brown the meat.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Provides fresh, aromatic garlic flavor. Mince finely to release aroma.
For the Tortellini
  • 20 oz package cheese tortellini, fresh or refrigerated The pasta base that becomes creamy in the sauce.
For the Alfredo Sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter, for Alfredo sauce Melts into the cream to create a silky base.
  • 2 cups heavy cream Gives the sauce its rich, velvety texture.
  • 1.5 cups grated Parmesan Adds salty, nutty cheesiness and helps thicken the sauce.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 3 tablespoons of butter. Once melted and foaming, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 to 45 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
  2. Add the steak bites to the skillet in a single layer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked to your liking, about 3 to 5 minutes. Ensure the steak has space in the pan to brown rather than steam.
  3. While the steak is cooking, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving a little pasta water before draining if needed.
Alfredo Sauce
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter for the Alfredo sauce. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Remove the cream from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan until smooth. If too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time to reach the desired consistency.
Combine and Serve
  1. Combine the drained tortellini with the Alfredo sauce in a bowl, tossing gently. Serve creamy tortellini alongside the garlic butter steak bites.
  2. Plate the steak over or next to the tortellini so each forkful can get a bit of both.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 1500kcalCarbohydrates: 80gProtein: 45gFat: 100gSaturated Fat: 50gSodium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Use room temperature steak for even searing. Do not overcrowd the skillet. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat gently with a splash of cream or reserved pasta water. For richer sauce, stir in an extra tablespoon of butter or increase garlic to 4 cloves.

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