Description
Garlic Herb Steak Cubes with Creamy Shell Pasta is a delicious and easy-to-prepare dish that perfectly combines savory steak bites and tender shell pasta in a rich, creamy sauce. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe elevates any meal with its irresistible flavors of garlic and fresh herbs. In just 25 minutes, you can create a satisfying comfort food experience that will impress your guests and delight your family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 8 oz shell pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh thyme leaves
- Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the shell pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear steak cubes seasoned with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper for 4–5 minutes until cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant; add thyme.
- Reduce heat and stir in cream, Parmesan cheese, and pasta until well combined; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Fold in the steak bites to warm through; serve garnished with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg