Description
A rich and comforting pasta dish featuring seared steak bites, cheese-filled tortellini, and a velvety garlic Parmesan cream sauce. Made in one skillet, this satisfying recipe is simple, flavorful, and perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
For the Tortellini
- 20 oz cheese tortellini, fresh or refrigerated
For the Steak
- 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
For the Creamhouse Sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 1 ¼ cups Parmesan cheese, shredded or freshly grated
For Garnish (optional)
- Chopped parsley
- Red pepper flakes
- Cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Tortellini
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add tortellini and cook according to package directions. Drain and set aside, reserving ¼ cup pasta water if needed for thinning the sauce. - Season the Steak
Pat the steak dry. Toss with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until well coated. - Sear the Steak
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak pieces in a single layer and cook 1–2 minutes per side until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside. - Make the Sauce
Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter in the same skillet. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and whole milk, stirring until smooth. - Add Parmesan
Stir in the Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce becomes creamy. If too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water. - Combine Everything
Add the cooked tortellini into the sauce and gently toss. Return steak bites to the skillet and fold them into the pasta. - Serve
Garnish with parsley, red pepper flakes, or cracked pepper. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use fresh or refrigerated tortellini for the best texture.
- Sear steak quickly for tenderness — avoid overcooking.
- Thin the sauce with reserved pasta water if it becomes too thick.
- Add veggies like spinach, mushrooms, or broccoli for extra flavor.
- Substitute protein with chicken or shrimp if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes