Description
A cozy, indulgent dinner featuring tender, garlicky steak bites paired with creamy Parmesan Alfredo pasta shells.
Ingredients
For the Garlic Butter Steak Bites
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1 lb (450 g) sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-size cubes
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1 tbsp olive oil
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3 tbsp butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp onion powder
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
For the Parmesan Alfredo Shells
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8 oz (225 g) medium pasta shells
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2 tbsp butter
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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1 ½ cups milk
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½ cup heavy cream (or more milk)
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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½ tsp garlic powder
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Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Cook the Pasta
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Boil pasta shells in salted water according to package directions.
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Drain and set aside.
2. Make the Alfredo Sauce
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In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
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Stir in flour and whisk for 30 seconds until smooth.
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Slowly pour in milk and cream, whisking constantly.
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Add Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Simmer 3–5 minutes until thick and creamy.
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Add cooked shells and stir to coat.
3. Cook the Steak Bites
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Pat steak dry and season with paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add steak bites in a single layer — do not overcrowd.
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Sear 2–3 minutes per side until browned.
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Add butter and minced garlic; stir to coat the steak as the butter melts.
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Cook 1 more minute, then remove from heat.
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Sprinkle with parsley if desired.
4. Serve
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Plate creamy Alfredo shells.
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Spoon garlic butter steak bites on top.
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Drizzle extra garlic butter from the pan over everything.
Notes
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Chicken breast or shrimp can replace steak.
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Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
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Gluten-free flour + GF pasta works perfectly if needed.
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Add spinach or peas for a veggie boost.