Irresistible Steak Bites Shell Pasta with Alfredo tonight
Author:admin
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Juicy Steak Bites paired with Shell Pasta in garlic butter Alfredo sauce deliver bold flavor quick prep comforting weeknight dinner tonight
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces.
8 oz shell pasta (conchiglie) — or any short pasta that holds sauce well.
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided.
3 tablespoons unsalted butter.
4 cloves garlic, minced.
1 cup heavy cream.
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus extra for finishing.
1/2 cup chicken stock or reserved pasta water.
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Pinch red pepper flakes (optional).
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish.
Optional: 1 cup baby spinach or sliced mushrooms.
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the shell pasta until just al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain. Set aside. This keeps the sauce from thinning as you finish the dish.
Pat the steak pieces dry and season generously with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over high heat. Sear the steak in two batches until browned and just set through, about 2–3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil plus the butter to the same pan. When the butter melts, add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30–45 seconds—watch so it doesn’t burn.
Pour in the heavy cream and chicken stock (or pasta water). Bring to a gentle simmer and cook, whisking occasionally, until it thickens slightly, about 2–4 minutes.
Stir in the parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is silky. If you’re using cream cheese, whisk in small chunks until smooth. Taste and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
Return the steak (and any juices) to the pan. If you’re using spinach or mushrooms, add them now and cook briefly until greens wilt and mushrooms soften, about 1–2 minutes.
Add the drained pasta to the sauce and toss to coat, adding the reserved pasta water a little at a time if needed to loosen the sauce to a creamy, clingy consistency. The sauce should coat each shell and cling to the beef.
Finish with a quick sprinkle of parsley and an extra pinch of parmesan. Serve hot and enjoy the creamy, garlicky goodness with crusty bread or a bright salad on the side.
Notes
One-skillet steak bites tossed in a glossy garlic butter Alfredo sauce with shell pasta, finished with parmesan and parsley for a cozy, restaurant-worthy dinner in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Category:Main course
Cuisine:Italian-American
Nutrition
Serving Size:4 servings
Calories:680 calories
Sugar:4 g
Fat:45 g
Carbohydrates:68 g
Fiber:3 g
Protein:38 g
Keywords: steak bites, shell pasta, garlic butter alfredo, one-skillet, weeknight dinner, pasta recipe, beef and pasta
