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Savory Steak Bites on Creamy Mac N Cheese Bliss

Quick and customizable steak bites with creamy mac and cheese; a comforting dish perfect for any gathering!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Steak Bites
  • 1 lb NY Strip Steak Or substitute with sirloin or ribeye
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Lite Creole Seasoning (Tony’s) Cajun seasoning works as a substitute
  • 2 tbsp Avocado Oil Can substitute with olive oil
Mac N Cheese
  • 16 oz Pasta Elbow macaroni recommended
  • 1 tbsp Kosher Salt For boiling pasta water
  • 2/3 stick Unsalted Butter
  • 1/3 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 3-4 cups Lukewarm Whole Milk For creamy consistency
  • 2 slices Pepper Jack Cheese
  • 8 oz Shredded Cheese Mixture Gouda, Gruyere, sharp cheddar, mozzarella

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Medium saucepan
  • large pot
  • Colander
  • Oven-safe bowls

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the NY strip steak into 1/4-1/2 inch cubes and season with spices and oil. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Boil salted water, cook pasta for 10-12 minutes until al dente, then drain.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, then gradually add milk and stir in cheese until melted.
  4. Mix drained pasta with cheese sauce, spoon into bowls, then top with cheese mixture.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F, bake for 20-25 minutes, optionally broil for 5 minutes for a crispy top.
  6. Sear marinated steak in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side. Serve on top of mac and cheese.
  7. Let mac and cheese cool for a minute before serving, topped with steak bites.

Notes

Experiment with different cheeses and make this dish your own! Ideal for meal prep and leftovers.