Steak Bites and Shell Pasta in Garlic Butter Alfredo Sauce
Steak Bites and Shell Pasta in Garlic Butter Alfredo Sauce is a delightful dish that brings comfort to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. Imagine tender, seared steak bites paired with creamy shell pasta, all enveloped in a rich garlic butter Alfredo sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, effortlessly blending indulgent flavors with simple ingredients. With its versatility, you can customize the dish to suit your family’s tastes or dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz steak (ribeye, sirloin, or filet mignon), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz shell pasta
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the shell pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Pat the steak bites dry and season with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear the steak until browned and cooked to your liking.
- Remove steak from the skillet and lower the heat. Add butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, bringing it to a simmer before whisking in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Serve topped with seared steak bites and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg