📋 Ingredients:
20 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized cubes
Salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika
2 tbsp olive oil
4 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup beef broth
1 cup sliced carrots (lightly steamed or roasted)
1 cup sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange)
¾ cup shredded Parmesan
Optional: chopped parsley, red pepper flakes
👩🍳 Directions:
1️⃣ Boil tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2️⃣ Season steak generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear steak in olive oil until browned and cooked to your liking (about 3-5 minutes). Remove and set aside.
3️⃣ Steam or lightly roast carrots until tender. Sauté bell peppers in the same skillet for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
4️⃣ Melt butter in the skillet. Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
5️⃣ Stir in heavy cream and beef broth. Simmer 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Add Parmesan and stir until smooth and creamy.
6️⃣ Return steak, carrots, bell peppers, and tortellini to the skillet. Toss gently to coat everything in the creamy cowboy butter sauce.
7️⃣ Finish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
⏱ Preparation time: 15 minutes
⏱ Cooking time: 25 minutes
⏱ Total time: 40 minutes
🔥 Calories: ~680 kcal per serving
🍽 Servings: 4