Steak Bites and Shell Pasta in Garlic Butter Alfredo Sauce
If you’re craving a comforting meal that combines savory flavors with creamy indulgence, look no further than Steak Bites and Shell Pasta in Garlic Butter Alfredo Sauce. This delightful dish features tender seared steak bites paired with perfectly cooked shell pasta, all enveloped in a rich and creamy garlic butter sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special family gatherings. The simplicity of the ingredients allows for customization, making it a versatile recipe that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz shell pasta
- 12 oz steak (ribeye, sirloin, or filet mignon), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Reserved pasta water (as needed)
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the shell pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the steak bites with salt and pepper and sear them until crispy on the outside and juicy inside, cooking in batches if necessary.
- Lower heat and add butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until fragrant, then whisk in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, mixing well to coat. Use reserved pasta water to adjust consistency if needed.
- Serve hot topped with steak bites and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg