Steak Bites and Shell Pasta in Garlic Butter Alfredo Sauce
If you’re craving a comforting meal that brings smiles to the dinner table, look no further than this Steak Bites and Shell Pasta in Garlic Butter Alfredo Sauce. This delectable dish features tender steak bites paired perfectly with shell pasta, all enveloped in a rich and creamy garlic butter Alfredo sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings. The best part? You can easily customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins, making it a versatile and satisfying choice for everyone.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing and Tossing
- Cuisine: American
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 according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and season the steak bites with salt and pepper. Sear until browned on all sides; set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat and add butter and garlic. Sauté until fragrant, then stir in heavy cream and whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve topped with steak bites and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg