Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Parmesan Shells

 

Ingredients:

For the steak bites:

- 1 lb sirloin steak (cut into bite-sized pieces)

- 3 tbsp butter

- 1 tbsp olive oil

- 3 cloves garlic (minced)

- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

- 1 tsp Italian seasoning

- ½ tsp smoked paprika

- Salt & pepper (to taste)

- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

For the creamy parmesan shells:

- 2 cups medium shell pasta

- 1½ cups heavy cream

- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese

- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

- 1 tbsp butter

- 1 tsp garlic powder

- ½ tsp onion powder

- Salt & pepper (to taste)

Instructions:

1. **Cook the pasta**: Boil the shell pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. **Prepare the steak bites**: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak pieces and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your desired doneness.

3. **Add garlic & butter**: Reduce heat to medium, add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet, and cook for 30 seconds, stirring to coat the steak in the butter-garlic mixture. Remove from heat and set aside.

4. **Make the creamy parmesan sauce**: In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a simmer.

5. **Combine pasta & cheese**: Reduce heat to low and stir in the parmesan and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Add the cooked shell pasta, stirring to coat evenly.

6. **Assemble & serve**: Plate the creamy parmesan shells and top with the garlic butter steak bites. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.