Description
Juicy steak bites are pan-seared to perfection and nestled alongside cheese-stuffed tortellini, all smothered in a velvety Velveeta and Parmesan cheese sauce. This dish brings the best of creamy comfort and savory satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
For the Steak Bites:
- 1 lb sirloin or tenderloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
For the Creamy Velveeta Tortellini:
- 1 package (9–12 oz) cheese tortellini
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3/4 cup milk or half-and-half
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Boil salted water and cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Pat steak pieces dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a hot cast iron skillet. Sear steak bites 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside covered.
- In the same skillet, lower heat and add butter and garlic. Sauté 30 seconds.
- Add milk or half-and-half and Velveeta. Stir until cheese melts completely.
- Mix in Parmesan, garlic powder, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Stir in tortellini. Add a bit of reserved pasta water if sauce is too thick.
- Return steak to skillet, stir to combine, and garnish with parsley. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes