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Steak Tortellini

Creamy Garlic Steak Tortellini

A decadent 30-minute meal combining pan-seared steak cubes with cheese-filled tortellini in a rich, garlic-infused parmesan cream sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian, Italian-American Fusion
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 20 oz cheese tortellini
  • 1 lb steak sirloin or ribeye, cubed
  • 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
  • Salt pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika
  • Parsley and red pepper flakes for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Large Pot
  • Whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Boil tortellini for 3–5 mins; drain and set aside.
  2. Season cubed steak with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Sear steak in olive oil for 3–5 mins; remove and set aside.
  4. Melt butter in the same pan, sauté garlic for 1 min.
  5. Stir in cream and milk; simmer for 3–4 mins until thickened.
  6. Whisk in parmesan until smooth.
  7. Toss steak and tortellini back into the sauce for 2 mins.
  8. Garnish and serve.

Notes

1. Use freshly grated parmesan to ensure a smooth, velvety sauce texture without grittiness. 2. Don't clean the skillet after searing the steak; those caramelized bits provide the foundation of the sauce's flavor. 3. If the sauce thickens too much while sitting, use a tablespoon of warm milk or pasta water to restore the consistency.