Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Parmesan Shells: A Comforting Duo

Some dishes just know how to steal the spotlight at the dinner table. Garlic Butter Steak Bites served alongside Creamy Parmesan Shells are one of those perfect pairings—juicy, flavorful bites of beef seared in butter with garlic, paired with pasta shells coated in a velvety Parmesan sauce. It’s a restaurant-quality meal you can prepare easily at home.

Let’s break it down step by step so you can recreate this hearty yet elegant dish.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Garlic Butter Steak Bites

1 ½ pounds sirloin steak (cut into 1-inch cubes)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for extra depth)
Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

For the Creamy Parmesan Shells

8 ounces medium pasta shells
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk (warm)
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Prepare the Steak

Choose the right cut: Sirloin is perfect because it’s lean yet tender, but ribeye or strip steak will also work beautifully.
Cut evenly: Slice the steak into 1-inch bite-sized cubes. Pat them dry with paper towels—this ensures a better sear.
Season well: Toss the cubes in salt, pepper, and paprika. Let them sit for 5–10 minutes at room temperature while you heat your pan.