Description
This Cracked Garlic Steak Tortellini in Creamhouse Sauce is a quick and comforting skillet dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye)
- salt
- black pepper
- garlic powder
- smoked paprika
- 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, shredded or freshly grated
- parsley, chopped (optional)
- red pepper flakes (optional)
- cracked black pepper (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Tortellini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions, about 3-5 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season and Sear the Steak: In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Season steak with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Sear for about 3-5 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Garlic Cream Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Create the Cream Sauce: Add heavy cream and whole milk, stirring to combine. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Incorporate the Cheese: Gradually whisk in parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Season if desired.
- Combine the Ingredients: Return seared steak and tortellini to the skillet and toss to combine for about 2 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with parsley, cracked black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat over low heat with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg