Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Spicy Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta & Creamy Dressing!

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Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Spicy Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta & Creamy Dressing

🍽️ Servings: 4

⏱️ Total Time: ~40 minutes

🥩 Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) sirloin steak (or ribeye), cut into 1-inch cubes

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley or chives

Instructions:

  1. Prep the Steak:

    • Pat steak cubes dry with paper towels.

    • Season generously with salt and pepper.

  2. Sear the Steak:

    • Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet (cast iron preferred) over medium-high heat.

    • Once hot, add steak in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and medium-rare (or your preferred doneness).

    • Remove steak from skillet and set aside.

  3. Make Garlic Butter:

    • Lower heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic to the same pan.

    • Cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant (do not brown garlic).

  4. Finish Steak Bites:

    • Return steak to skillet. Toss to coat in garlic butter for 1–2 minutes.

    • Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Set aside and keep warm.

🍝 Spicy Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz (225g) twisted pasta (rotini, fusilli, or cavatappi)

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)

  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half & half for lighter version)

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

  • Optional: red pepper flakes for extra heat

Instructions:

  1. Cook the Pasta:

    • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

    • Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. Make the Sauce:

    • In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter.

    • Add minced garlic and Cajun seasoning. Cook for 1 minute until aromatic.

    • Pour in cream and bring to a gentle simmer (do not boil).

    • Stir in Parmesan cheese until fully melted and smooth.

    • Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (optional).

  3. Combine Pasta and Sauce:

    • Add cooked pasta to the sauce.

    • Toss to fully coat the pasta in the spicy Alfredo.

    • Let it simmer together for 1–2 minutes.

🥗 Creamy House Dressing (Optional Salad or Drizzle)

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise

  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced

  • Salt & pepper to taste

  • Optional: 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives or dill

Instructions:

  1. Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl until smooth.

  2. Chill until ready to use.

  3. Use as a drizzle over the steak bites or as a salad dressing on the side.

🍽️ Plating & Serving

  1. Spoon a bed of Cajun Alfredo twisted pasta onto each plate.

  2. Top with generous portions of garlic butter steak bites.

  3. Drizzle with a spoonful of creamy dressing or serve it on the side with a fresh green salad.

  4. Garnish with chopped parsley, chili flakes, or grated Parmesan.

🛒 Shopping List Summary:

Protein:

  • Sirloin or ribeye steak (1 lb)

Dairy:

  • Butter

  • Heavy cream

  • Parmesan cheese

  • Mayonnaise

  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt

Pantry:

  • Olive oil

  • Cajun seasoning

  • Dijon mustard

  • Salt & pepper

  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

  • Pasta (twisted like rotini or fusilli)

Produce:

  • Garlic

  • Lemon

  • Optional herbs: parsley, chives, dill

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