🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the Pasta
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Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente.
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Reserve 1/4 to 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2. Sear the Steak
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Pat steak dry and season with salt and pepper.
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Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil and 1 Tbsp butter in a large skillet over high heat.
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Add steak in a single layer (cook in batches if needed).
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Sear for 2–3 minutes per side for medium-rare. Remove and set aside.
3. Make the Garlic Herb Butter
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Lower heat to medium. Melt the remaining 2 Tbsp butter in the skillet.
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Stir in garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
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Add Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and any steak juices from the plate. Stir well and remove from heat.
4. Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce
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In a clean skillet (or wipe out the previous one), melt 2 Tbsp butter over medium-low heat.
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Add cream and gently whisk, scraping up any browned bits for flavor.
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Slowly add Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until smooth and creamy.
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If the sauce becomes too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time.
5. Combine & Serve
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Toss cooked pasta shells into the Parmesan sauce until fully coated.
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Gently fold in the steak bites with garlic butter.
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Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan, if desired.
💡 Tips for Best Results
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Swap in ribeye or tenderloin for ultra-tender steak bites.
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Avoid overcrowding the pan—sear in batches to get a proper crust.
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Freshly grate Parmesan for the smoothest, non-grainy sauce.
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Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter for a subtle kick.
✅ Why You’ll Love It
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One-pan steak perfection
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Velvety, cheesy pasta without fuss
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Ready in 30 minutes or less
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Crowd-pleasing and date-night worthy