Description

Craving a steak dinner that feels like a restaurant indulgence but comes together right at home? This Garlic Butter Steak with Cheesy Alfredo Tortellini delivers just that. Juicy, garlic-seared steak slices rest beside cheese-filled tortellini smothered in a creamy Alfredo sauce. It’s rich, comforting, and packed with flavor — ideal for a cozy date night or elevated weeknight meal.

Whether you’re seeking quick dinner ideas, hearty comfort food, or an easy recipe for impressing guests, this combo of garlic butter steak and pasta checks all the boxes. The golden tortellini and garlicky sear provide a balance of texture and deep flavor that’s simply irresistible.

Ingredients

For the steak:

2 ribeye or sirloin steaks (1 to 1.5 inches thick)

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 tablespoons butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Fresh chopped parsley (optional)

For the Alfredo tortellini:

9 oz cheese tortellini

2 tablespoons butter

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Salt and pepper, to taste

Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Instructions

Let steaks sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Pat dry and season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear steaks for 3-4 minutes per side.
Add butter and garlic. Baste steaks with garlic butter for 1-2 minutes. Remove and rest.
Cook tortellini per package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic, then stir in cream and simmer. Add Parmesan and season.
Toss tortellini in sauce. Slice steak. Serve steak with tortellini and drizzle with garlic butter.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner