GARLIC BUTTER STEAK BITES + CREAMY CHEDDAR PENNE 🥩🍝✨
🧾 Ingredients (2–3 servings)
Steak bites:
400g sirloin or ribeye steak (cut into cubes)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic (minced)
Salt & black pepper
1 tsp paprika (optional)
Fresh parsley
Cheddar penne:
250g penne pasta
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour
2 cups milk (480ml)
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (150g)
1/2 cup mozzarella (50g)
Salt & black pepper
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Cook pasta
Boil salted water and cook penne until al dente
Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain
2. Make cheddar sauce
Melt butter in a pan
Whisk in flour, cook 1 minute
Slowly add milk, whisk until smooth and thick
Stir in cheddar + mozzarella until melted
Season with salt and pepper
Add pasta and mix until fully coated
3. Cook steak bites
Season steak cubes with salt, pepper, paprika
Heat oil in a hot pan
Sear steak bites for 2–3 minutes per side until browned outside and juicy inside
Add butter + garlic, toss quickly to coat
4. Assemble
Plate creamy cheddar penne
Top with garlic butter steak bites
Spoon extra garlic butter from pan over everything
Finish with parsley and cracked pepper
✨ Tip: Don’t overcrowd the pan when searing steak—high heat = crust = flavor.
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If you're looking to elevate your home cooking, this garlic butter steak bites with creamy cheddar penne is a fantastic dish to try. One tip I learned from experience is to choose quality cuts of steak such as sirloin or ribeye to ensure tenderness and flavor. When searing the steak bites, it’s crucial to use high heat and avoid overcrowding the pan; this develops a beautiful crust that locks in the juices and enhances the taste. For the pasta, reserving some pasta water before draining is a game changer. Adding a splash of the starchy pasta water to your cheddar sauce helps to achieve a silky, smooth texture that clings perfectly to the penne. Combining cheddar and mozzarella cheese creates a rich, creamy sauce with the perfect melt and flavor balance. Garlic butter adds a fragrant punch that complements both the steak and pasta. Be sure to toss the steak in the butter and garlic right after searing to coat the pieces well without overcooking. Finally, garnishing with fresh parsley and a crack of black pepper brightens the dish visually and adds fresh herbaceous notes. This recipe is fantastic for a cozy dinner or impressing guests with a comforting yet sophisticated meal. Feel free to personalize it by adding chili flakes for some spice or swapping penne with your favorite pasta type. Overall, this dish embodies hearty flavors combined with simple techniques suitable for home chefs seeking flavorful, satisfying meals.
















































































