Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Alfredo Pasta
A rich, creamy dinner featuring tender steak bites and luscious Alfredo pasta.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Large Pot
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 tbsp Butter, divided
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 lb Pasta twists (rotini or fusilli)
- 3 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup Milk (if needed, to thin the sauce)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed steak with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak pieces in a single layer—if needed, cook in two batches to avoid overcrowding. Sear each batch for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked to your preference. Transfer the steak to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Return the cooked steak bites to the skillet and toss them gently in the garlic butter. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Cook pasta twists in a pot of generously salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
- For the Alfredo sauce, melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Lower the heat, then slowly mix in the Parmesan and mozzarella until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce is too thick, add milk a tablespoon at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Add the drained pasta to the pot with the Alfredo sauce. Toss thoroughly to ensure every piece is coated with creamy goodness.
- Serve the creamy Alfredo pasta on individual plates and top generously with garlic butter steak bites. Garnish with extra Parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of milk or cream to restore creaminess.