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garlic steak tortellini

garlic steak tortellini
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A savory and comforting garlic steak tortellini dish combining tender, juicy steak with cheesy tortellini in a rich, creamy garlic sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions, offering bold flavors and satisfying textures with versatile ingredient options.

Ingredients

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Steak

  • 1 lb tender steak (sirloin, ribeye, or flank), cut into thin strips
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Pasta

  • 9 oz fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
  • Salt, for pasta water

Garlic Cream Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Garnishes

  • Chopped fresh parsley or basil
  • Extra grated Parmesan cheese

Optional Variations

  • Sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers (for vegetable boost)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes or hot sauce (for a spicy twist)
  • Chicken, shrimp, or plant-based meat as protein alternative
  • Coconut milk and nutritional yeast as dairy-free substitutes
  • Varied fresh herbs: thyme, oregano, rosemary

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Steak: Season the steak generously with salt and pepper. Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the steak for 3-4 minutes on each side for medium rare or until desired doneness. Remove steak from pan and let rest to retain juices.
  2. Cook the Tortellini: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions (3-5 minutes for fresh or frozen). Drain and reserve some pasta water.
  3. Make the Garlic Cream Sauce: In the same skillet used for steak, add additional butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (30-60 seconds), avoiding browning. Pour in heavy cream, stirring to scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Combine and Finish: Slice the rested steak into thin strips. Add the cooked tortellini and steak to the garlic cream sauce and toss gently to coat. Stir in grated Parmesan until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or more cheese as needed. Add reserved pasta water bit by bit if sauce needs loosening.

Notes

  • Rest the steak after cooking to maintain juicy tenderness.
  • Do not overcook the tortellini; cook until just tender for best texture.
  • Use fresh minced garlic for the brightest sauce flavor.
  • Scrape up the browned bits from the steak pan to enrich the sauce.
  • Adjust sauce creaminess by gradually adding reserved pasta water as needed.
  • Serve immediately for best taste and texture.

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