Steak Bites and Shell Pasta in Garlic Butter Alfredo Sauce
Steak Bites and Shell Pasta in Garlic Butter Alfredo Sauce is a delightful dish that combines tender, seared steak with perfectly cooked shell pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an indulgent yet accessible meal. The garlic butter Alfredo sauce adds a decadent touch that elevates the flavors, ensuring everyone at the table will be asking for seconds. Customize this dish to suit your tastes by swapping proteins or adding veggies for an extra burst of nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz beef (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 for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the shell pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve some pasta water.
- Pat the beef dry, season with salt and pepper, and sear in olive oil over medium-high heat until browned.
- Reduce heat, add butter and garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth to create the Alfredo sauce.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce; mix well using reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve topped with seared beef bites and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg