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Cracked Garlic Steak Tortellini served in creamy sauce

Cracked Garlic Steak Tortellini in Creamhouse Sauce Bliss

A cozy, show-stopping meal that pairs tender steak with cheese tortellini in a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce, perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Protein
  • 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), trimmed and patted dry
Pasta
  • 20 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
Fats & Liquids
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
Cheese
  • 1 1/4 cups parmesan, shredded or freshly grated
Spices & Seasoning
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Garlic powder
  • Smoked paprika
  • Cracked black pepper (optional)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish
  • Parsley, chopped (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat steak dry, then season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
  2. Boil tortellini according to package directions until al dente; drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to a cutting board and rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
  2. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add butter and minced garlic; cook until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and whole milk, simmer for a few minutes.
  3. Whisk in parmesan until melted and smooth. If sauce is too thick, loosen with reserved pasta water. Season to taste.
  4. Add drained tortellini to the sauce and toss to coat. Fold in sliced steak to warm. Garnish and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve with garlic bread or crusty Italian loaves, or a crisp salad to balance the creaminess. For leftovers, gently reheat on low with a splash of milk or cream.