Description
Creamy Parmesan Shell Pasta with Garlic Butter Steak Cubes is a delightful dish that marries rich flavors with a decadent creamy texture, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. This satisfying meal features tender steak cubes infused with garlic butter, all enveloped in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce over perfectly cooked pasta shells. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, this dish will impress your guests and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin or flank steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 8 oz pasta shells
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)
- Olive oil
- Fresh thyme (or dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water and cook pasta shells until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season steak with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sear steak cubes until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, add minced garlic and thyme; sauté briefly. Return steak to coat in sauce.
- Wipe the skillet, melt more butter, sauté garlic, then add chicken broth and heavy cream. Simmer for several minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted; add drained pasta shells and toss to coat along with steak bites.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor. Ensure not to overcook the pasta to maintain its structure.