Tender steak bites and cheesy rotini pasta tossed in a rich garlic parmesan sauce for a quick and satisfying meal.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
8 oz sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
8 oz rotini pasta
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup packed freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini and cook for about 8 minutes, or until al dente. Drain well.
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak bites in a single layer and cook for about 3 minutes per side until browned. Transfer to a plate to rest.
In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and stir constantly for 30 seconds.
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Add the cooked pasta and steak bites back to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Use freshly grated parmesan for best results.
Pat steak dry before cooking for a better sear.
Adjust red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat leftovers with a splash of cream or milk to revive the sauce.