Description

This garlic butter steak bites and loaded cheddar alfredo shells recipe is the ultimate comfort food. Juicy seared steak meets creamy cheddar pasta in one irresistible dish. Perfect for pasta lovers and steak enthusiasts looking for a hearty, flavorful dinner idea.

Ingredients

1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye)

8 oz shell pasta

3 tbsp butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1 ½ cups cheddar cheese, shredded

½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

4 oz cream cheese

½ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp Italian seasoning

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Heat a heavy skillet over high heat and add olive oil. Once shimmering, add the seasoned steak bites in a single layer.

2. Sear steak for about 2-3 minutes per side until a golden crust forms. Remove from heat and set aside.

3. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and stir in minced garlic until fragrant.

4. Add cream cheese and heavy cream, stirring until smooth.

5. Mix in shredded cheddar and grated Parmesan. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

6. Simmer the sauce until thick and creamy.

7. Cook the shell pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain and add to the sauce.

8. Stir pasta to coat evenly in the cheddar alfredo sauce.

9. Plate the pasta and top with steak bites.

10. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.

Notes

Let your steak come to room temperature before searing for best texture.

Reheat leftovers with a splash of cream or milk to restore sauce creaminess.

Serve immediately to enjoy optimal steak juiciness and pasta creaminess.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 720
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 48g
Saturated Fat: 27g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 37g
Cholesterol: 145mg