Description
Succulent cheesy steak bites dance with rotini pasta in this irresistible comfort meal straight from American kitchens. Savory beef and creamy cheese combine for a quick, satisfying dinner that promises to delight you with each hearty forkful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) sirloin steak
- 2 cups rotini pasta
Seasoning and Spices:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce and Cheese Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Bring a generously salted water pot to rolling boil at high heat. Submerge rotini pasta and cook until perfectly tender, approximately 8-10 minutes. Drain thoroughly, reserving a small quantity of starchy liquid for potential sauce adjustment.
- Select a robust skillet and warm olive oil over medium-high temperature. Meticulously season steak portions with aromatic spices including garlic powder, paprika, salt, and ground pepper.
- Sear meat medallions for roughly 2-3 minutes per surface, achieving a golden-brown caramelization while maintaining desired internal temperature. Extract protein from skillet, preserving pan drippings.
- Reduce skillet heat and introduce butter, allowing gentle melting. Pour heavy cream and robust beef broth, integrating Italian seasoning. Simmer mixture for 3-4 minutes until sauce reaches velvety consistency.
- Decrease flame intensity and incorporate shredded cheddar and parmesan cheeses. Whisk continuously until dairy components meld seamlessly, creating luxurious, silken sauce.
- Gently fold cooked rotini into creamy sauce, ensuring uniform coating. Reintroduce seared steak bites, stirring to distribute flavors comprehensively.
- Transfer culinary creation to elegant serving vessel. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, presenting a visually appealing and aromatic dish.
Notes
- Choose a tender cut like sirloin or ribeye for the most succulent and flavorful steak bites that melt in your mouth.
- Use a meat thermometer to achieve perfect steak doneness, aiming for medium-rare (135°F) for maximum tenderness and juiciness.
- Remove the skillet from direct heat when adding cheese to prevent separation and ensure a smooth, creamy sauce without graininess.
- Swap regular rotini with gluten-free pasta and use cornstarch instead of flour for thickening the sauce to make the dish celiac-friendly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 684 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 514 mg
- Fat: 47 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg