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Garlic Steak Tortellini

This Garlic Steak Tortellini is a comforting and satisfying weeknight meal that feels like a warm hug. It combines perfectly seared steak bites and pillowy cheese tortellini in a rich, creamy garlic parmesan sauce. This one-skillet dish is simple to make, reduces cleanup, and delivers a delicious, family-pleasing dinner that turns any chaotic day around.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 20 oz Cheese Tortellini
  • 1 lb Steak (Sirloin or Ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Salt, Black Pepper, Garlic Powder, Smoked Paprika for seasoning the steak
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 4 tbsp Butter
  • 5 cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 3/4 cup Whole Milk
  • 1 1/4 cups Parmesan Cheese, freshly shredded or grated
  • Fresh Parsley, Chopped (for garnish)
  • Red Pepper Flakes & Cracked Black Pepper (for garnish)

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook the Tortellini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to the package directions, usually about 3-5 minutes for fresh pasta. Once they are tender and float to the top, drain the tortellini and set it aside. Undercook them by a minute as they will finish cooking in the sauce.
  2. Prepare and Sear the Steak: Pat steak pieces dry. In a small bowl, toss the steak bites with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Build the Garlic Cream Sauce: Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the same skillet, and scrape up any browned bits. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Make it Creamy: Whisk in the heavy cream and whole milk, and bring to a gentle simmer for a couple of minutes to thicken. Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Combine and Serve: Add the cooked tortellini and seared steak bites back into the skillet with the sauce. Stir gently to coat everything and let it warm through for a minute or two. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley, red pepper flakes, and cracked black pepper if desired.

Notes

For the best results, ensure the steak pieces are patted dry before seasoning and searing to get a good crust; cook in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding the pan. Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the sauce and add it over low heat to ensure it melts smoothly and avoids a gritty texture.