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Garlic Butter Steak Bites served with creamy Alfredo pasta dish
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Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Alfredo Pasta

Creamy, juicy, and downright comforting — Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Alfredo Pasta is the kind of dinner that feels like a hug on a plate.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4 servings

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Large Pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

Steak Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4 tbsp butter, divided (2 tbsp for searing steak, 2 tbsp for garlic butter)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced (divided; use half for steak butter, half for Alfredo)
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Pasta Ingredients

  • 1 lb pasta twists (rotini or fusilli), dry
  • 6 tbsp butter, room temperature, for Alfredo sauce
  • 3 cups heavy cream, cold or chilled
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, freshly grated if possible
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup milk, if needed to thin sauce (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, toss the steak cubes with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Let rest for 5 minutes to absorb flavors.
  • Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak cubes for 4–5 minutes per side until golden-brown. Remove steak and tent with foil to keep warm.
  • In the same skillet, lower heat to medium and add remaining butter. Add half of the minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Toss seared steak with garlic butter to coat.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta twists in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, melt 6 tablespoons of butter. Add remaining garlic and cook until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella, whisking until smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. If too thick, add milk or reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
  • Add cooked pasta to Alfredo sauce and toss to coat. Use reserved pasta water if needed to loosen sauce.
  • Serve pasta topped with garlic butter steak bites. Enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk or reserved pasta water.