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Cracked Garlic Steak Tortellini

Cracked Garlic Steak Tortellini for a Creamy Dinner Delight

This Cracked Garlic Steak Tortellini combines tender steak and cheesy tortellini in a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for a quick and comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 700
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet Dinner
  • 20 oz Cheese Tortellini Fresh varieties yield the best texture.
  • 1 lb Steak (Sirloin or Ribeye) Opt for sirloin for a leaner bite or ribeye for extra tenderness.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Black Pepper A dash or two for that slight heat.
  • Garlic Powder A flavor booster for the steak.
  • Smoked Paprika Adds smoky depth to your steak.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For searing the steak.
  • 4 tbsp Butter Enhances creaminess.
  • 5 cloves Garlic (Minced) Infuses aroma into the sauce.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Key for a velvety sauce.
  • 3/4 cup Whole Milk Balances the sauce.
  • 1 1/4 cups Parmesan Cheese (Shredded) Adds savory depth.
For Garnishing
  • Parsley (Chopped, Optional) Brightens the dish.
  • Red Pepper Flakes (Optional) For an extra kick.
  • Cracked Black Pepper (Optional) Enhances flavor when serving.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring salted water to a boil and cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions, about 3-5 minutes until al dente.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat, season steak, and sear for 3-5 minutes each side until browned. Remove and let rest.
  3. Add butter to the skillet, melt, then sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and whole milk, simmer for 3-4 minutes, thickening the sauce.
  5. Whisk in shredded parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Return steak to skillet with cooked tortellini, toss gently for about 2 minutes to coat everything in sauce.
  7. Garnish with parsley, cracked black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be customized by swapping in chicken or shrimp for the steak.

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