Steak Bites and Shell Pasta in Garlic Butter Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the delicious combination of tender seared steak bites and perfectly cooked shell pasta, enveloped in a rich garlic butter Alfredo sauce. This quick and satisfying meal is perfect for both busy weeknights and special gatherings, bringing bold flavors and comforting textures to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Stovetop
- 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
Instructions
- Cook the shell pasta in salted boiling water until al dente as per package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Season steak bites with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sear the steak for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium; add butter and garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Serve pasta topped with steak bites and garnish with parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 780
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 46g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg