Description
Tender garlic-butter steak bites paired with pillowy cheese tortellini in a velvety Alfredo sauce—this comforting dish delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs sirloin steak or ribeye, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb cheese tortellini
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 200°F (90°C). Sauté garlic in 2 tbsp butter in a skillet until fragrant.
Add steak cubes and sear 3-4 minutes per side until browned. Transfer to oven and warm 5 minutes.
Cook tortellini according to package instructions. In same skillet, stir 1 tbsp butter, 1 tbsp olive oil, heavy cream, Parmesan, salt, and pepper until sauce thickens.
Combine tortellini with Alfredo sauce. Toss steak bites into sauce mixture to coat. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
Use herb butter (e.g., rosemary or thyme) for extra flavor
Steak can be substituted with tenderloin
Alfredo sauce can be made 1 day ahead
Leftovers freeze well in sealed containers
Vegetable sides like sautéed spinach pair well
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-fry/Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian-American