Garlic Butter Steak Parmesan Shells (Print-Friendly Version)
Juicy steak bites meet creamy Parmesan pasta shells in a rich, crowd-pleasing garlic butter dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Steak Bites
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450 g beef steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Creamy Parmesan Shells
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225 g shell pasta
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240 ml heavy cream
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100 g Parmesan cheese, finely grated
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Fresh parsley, roughly chopped, for garnish
# How to Make It:
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until aromatic.
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Season steak pieces with salt and black pepper. Introduce steak to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the steak bites and keep warm.
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Boil the shell pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
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In the same skillet, pour in heavy cream and stir in Parmesan cheese. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
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Return the seared steak bites to the skillet, stirring to coat evenly in the creamy Parmesan sauce.
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Incorporate the drained shell pasta, mixing thoroughly until all elements are well coated with the sauce. Heat gently for 1-2 minutes.
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Portion the steak bites and creamy shells onto plates and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving hot.
# Additional Tips:
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For a lighter variation, replace heavy cream with half-and-half. Substitute steak with shrimp or chicken if preferred.