Cracked Garlic Steak Tortellini in Creamhouse Sauce Bliss
This Cracked Garlic Steak Tortellini in Creamhouse Sauce is a quick and comforting skillet dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 20 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
- 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye)
- Salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 1 ¼ cups parmesan cheese, shredded
- Optional garnishes: parsley, red pepper flakes, cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Cook tortellini: Boil salted water, cook tortellini 3–5 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season and sear steak: Heat olive oil in skillet. Season steak with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Sear 3–5 minutes until browned. Set aside.
- Prepare garlic cream sauce: Melt butter in skillet. Sauté garlic 1 minute.
- Create cream sauce: Add heavy cream and milk, simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Incorporate cheese: Gradually whisk in parmesan until smooth. Season if desired.
- Combine ingredients: Return steak and tortellini to skillet, toss 2 minutes to combine.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle parsley, cracked black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days.
- Reheat over low heat with a splash of milk to restore creaminess.