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steak bites and shell pasta in garlic butter alfredo sauce

30-Minute Steak Bites and Shell Pasta in Heavenly Garlic Butter Alfredo


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A delicious dish featuring tender steak bites and shell pasta tossed in a rich garlic butter alfredo sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 oz shell pasta
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the shell pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add steak bites and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove from pan.
  3. In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
  5. Stir in parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until the sauce thickens.
  6. Add cooked pasta and steak bites to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
  7. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use sirloin or ribeye steak for best results.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  • For a thinner sauce, add a splash of pasta water.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 45g
  • Saturated Fat: 25g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: steak bites, shell pasta, garlic butter alfredo, pasta recipe, steak and pasta