Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Rich Alfredo Twisted Pasta
This delicious dish features tender steak bites paired with creamy Alfredo pasta, perfect for dinner any night of the week.
Ingredients
For the Steak Bites
- 1.5 lbs steak, cut into bite-sized cubes Use tender cuts like sirloin or ribeye.
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Adjust based on spice preference.
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley For garnish.
For the Alfredo Sauce
- 12 oz fusilli, rotini, or cavatappi pasta Twisty shapes hold sauce well.
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Make the Alfredo Sauce
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, mozzarella, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- Mix with the cooked pasta.
Cook the Steak Bites
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add steak bites, season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Sear for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Add butter and garlic, stirring for another minute.
Serve
- Plate the steak bites over or alongside the creamy Alfredo pasta.
- Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently and add a splash of milk if sauce thickens. Consider pairing with a salad or garlic bread.