A cozy and indulgent dish featuring cheese tortellini, seared steak, and a rich creamy garlic sauce.
Author:morgan
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Searing and Simmering
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:None
Ingredients
Scale
20 oz cheese tortellini
1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye)
Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
2 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp unsalted butter
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup whole milk
1 1/4 cups Parmesan, shredded or freshly grated
Parsley, chopped (optional)
Red pepper flakes (optional)
Cracked black pepper (optional garnish)
Instructions
Boil a large pot of salted water. Once boiling, cook the 20 oz cheese tortellini according to package instructions until al dente, about 3–5 minutes.
Season 1 lb steak with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the steak for about 4-5 minutes per side.
Remove the steak, let it rest, and in the same skillet, add 4 tbsp butter and 5 cloves minced garlic, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in 1 cup heavy cream and 3/4 cup whole milk, warming it for 1-2 minutes before gradually mixing in 1 1/4 cups shredded Parmesan until melted.
Add the drained tortellini to the sauce, toss to coat, and slice the rested steak against the grain. Arrange on top, garnish as desired, and adjust seasoning.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently. For a thinner sauce, add reserved pasta water or more milk.