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Creamy Garlic Steak Tortellini Skillet Dinner in 30 Minutes

Indulge in this creamy garlic steak tortellini dish, ready in just 30 minutes for a comforting dinner experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 700

Ingredients
  

For the Tortellini
  • 16 ounces Cheese Tortellini Use fresh or refrigerated for best results.
For the Steak
  • 1 pound Steak (sirloin or ribeye) Sirloin is leaner; ribeye offers tenderness and flavor.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked is preferred for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can be adjusted or fresh garlic can be used instead.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Omit if unavailable but enhances flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for depth of flavor during cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Essential for richness.
  • 5 cloves Garlic (minced) Adjust based on garlic preference.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Key for creaminess.
  • 3/4 cup Whole Milk Can be substituted with lower-fat milk.
  • 1 1/4 cups Parmesan Cheese (shredded) Substitute with pecorino Romano for stronger flavor.
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley (optional) Fresh herbs add color.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional) Use sparingly based on heat preferences.
  • 1 teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper (optional) Finish dish with freshly cracked for extra taste.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook for about 3-5 minutes until al dente, then drain.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steak with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Sear the steak for 3-5 minutes on each side.
  3. In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of butter and reduce heat to medium. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and whole milk, simmer for about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Whisk in 1¼ cups of shredded Parmesan cheese into the sauce until smooth. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Slice the rested steak and add it back, along with the cooked tortellini. Toss gently for about 2 minutes.
  6. Garnish with parsley, red pepper flakes, and cracked black pepper. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with different proteins and saved for leftovers.

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