Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Steak Bites with Shell Pasta is a comforting, indulgent dish that brings together tender steak bites and rich, creamy pasta in a delightful blend of flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe features a luscious garlic and Parmesan sauce that elevates the entire meal. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, it’s a family favorite that even kids will love. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices to suit your taste preferences. Serve it at dinner parties or enjoy a cozy meal at home; either way, you’re bound to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 12 oz medium pasta shells
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sear seasoned steak pieces for 4-5 minutes until browned; set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper; whisk until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Toss cooked pasta shells in the creamy sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
- Stir in seared steak bites and heat through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg