Garlic Butter Steak Bites Creamy Parmesan Shells

Ingredients:

For the steak bites:

• 1 lb sirloin steak (cut into bite-sized pieces)
• 3 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• Salt & pepper (to taste)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
  For the creamy parmesan shells:
• 2 cups medium shell pasta
• 1½ cups heavy cream
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• Salt & pepper (to taste)

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta: Boil the shell pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the steak bites: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak pieces and season with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your desired doneness.
3. Add garlic & butter: Reduce heat to medium, add the butter and minced garlic to the skillet, and cook for 30 seconds, stirring to coat the steak in the butter-garlic mixture. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. Make the creamy parmesan sauce: In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
5. Combine pasta & cheese: Reduce heat to low and stir in the parmesan and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Add the cooked shell pasta, stirring to coat evenly.
6. Assemble & serve: Plate the creamy parmesan shells and top with the garlic butter steak bites. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.