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Cracked Garlic Steak Tortellini in Creamhouse Sauce Recipe

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Cracked Garlic Steak Tortellini in Creamhouse Sauce is a rich and comforting Italian-inspired dish combining tender seared steak bites with cheesy tortellini, all enveloped in a luscious garlic-infused cream sauce. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner that’s quick to prepare and full of flavor.

Ingredients

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Paste & Pasta

  • 20 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)

Steak & Seasonings

  • 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized cubes
  • salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste
  • garlic powder, to taste
  • smoked paprika, to taste

Sauce & Cooking Fats

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 1/4 cups shredded or freshly grated parmesan

Garnishes (Optional)

  • parsley, chopped
  • red pepper flakes
  • cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Boil Tortellini: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes for fresh or refrigerated tortellini. Once cooked, drain well and set aside.
  2. Season and Sear Steak: Season the steak cubes generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak bites and sear them, stirring occasionally, until they are browned on the outside and cooked to your preferred doneness, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté Garlic and Prepare Cream Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. Stir in the heavy cream and whole milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for 3 to 4 minutes, reducing slightly to thicken the sauce.
  4. Add Parmesan and Season: Stir in the shredded parmesan cheese, mixing until it melts completely into the sauce, creating a smooth and creamy texture. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.
  5. Combine Steak and Tortellini: Return the seared steak cubes and cooked tortellini to the skillet with the cream sauce. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated in the sauce and heated through.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped parsley, cracked black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes over the dish for a pop of color and extra flavor. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your creamy garlic steak tortellini.

Notes

  • Use fresh tortellini if possible for the best texture and flavor, but refrigerated or frozen varieties work well too.
  • Adjust the seasoning on the steak and sauce to your taste preference; add more garlic powder or smoked paprika for a bolder flavor.
  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream, but the sauce will be less rich.
  • Add red pepper flakes cautiously to control the spiciness of the dish.
  • To make this dish gluten free, use gluten free tortellini and verify all seasonings and parmesan are gluten free.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Keywords: Garlic steak tortellini, creamy pasta, garlic cream sauce, seared steak, easy Italian recipes, comfort food pasta

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