Garlic Steak Tortellini That’s Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Ingredients
Steak & Seasoning
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Tortellini & Sauce
- 20 oz fresh or refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 4 tbsp butter
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 1/4 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water optional
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Season steak pieces with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- Cook tortellini in boiling salted water until al dente (about 3-5 minutes for fresh). Drain, reserving 1/4 cup pasta water, and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak for 2-3 minutes per side until golden. Remove and rest.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and milk; simmer gently for 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in Parmesan until smooth and thickened. Add reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Add cooked tortellini and steak to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly. Heat through for 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley, extra Parmesan, and cracked pepper. Serve immediately.
Notes
- High protein (35g+) from steak and cheese supports muscle repair and fullness.
- Calcium and vitamin D from Parmesan aid bone health.
- Garlic provides antioxidants and immune-boosting allicin.
- Balanced with carbs from tortellini for energy; enjoy with a side salad for veggies.