Steak Bites and Shell Pasta in Garlic Butter Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the rich flavors of Steak Bites and Shell Pasta in Garlic Butter Alfredo Sauce, a dish that perfectly balances savory steak with creamy pasta. This recipe combines tender seared steak bites with delightful shell pasta enveloped in a luscious garlic butter Alfredo sauce. Ideal for both cozy weeknight dinners and elegant gatherings, this meal is sure to impress family and friends alike. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, you can enjoy a gourmet experience right at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz steak (ribeye, sirloin, or filet mignon), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz shell pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the shell pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve cup of pasta water before draining.
- Season steak bites with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the steak for 23 minutes per side until browned.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter and garlic; saut until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve topped with seared steak bites and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 685
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 43g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 135mg