Description
This indulgent recipe features tender steak bites combined with cheesy rotini pasta, all enveloped in a rich garlic Parmesan sauce. Perfect for a comforting yet elegant meal, it brings together the savory flavors of seared steak and creamy cheese in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak Bites
- 1 pound steak (tender cuts like sirloin or ribeye)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for searing steak)
- 2 tablespoons butter
Pasta and Sauce
- 8 ounces rotini pasta (use gluten-free pasta if needed)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced or roasted)
- 1 cup heavy cream (substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated for best flavor)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the steak: Cut the steak into bite-sized cubes, then season generously with salt and black pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Sear the steak bites: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil and butter. Once hot, add the steak cubes and sear them until they are golden brown on all sides and cooked to your preferred doneness. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- Make the garlic Parmesan sauce: In the same skillet used for the steak, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant but not browned. Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked rotini pasta to the skillet with the sauce and stir well to coat the pasta evenly.
- Add steak and finish: Return the seared steak bites to the skillet, mixing everything together until well combined and heated through.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley and optional chili flakes over the dish. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smoother, richer sauce.
- Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream to reduce calories.
- Gluten-free rotini can be used to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Swap butter with olive oil for a dairy-free version.
- Adjust chili flakes to your heat preference or omit entirely for no spice.
