Creamy Paprika Steak Shells or Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Both sound incredible! 🥩🍝 Let’s do both so you can pick depending on your mood — one is cozy and creamy, the other is quick and garlicky.

🍝 Creamy Paprika Steak Shells

(like a beefy pasta skillet in a smoky cream sauce)

Ingredients (4 servings)

• 1 lb steak (sirloin, ribeye, or strip), cut into bite-size pieces

• 2 tbsp olive oil (or butter)

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp smoked paprika (or regular paprika)

• 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)

• 2 cups beef broth

• 1 cup heavy cream (or half & half)

• 2 tsp Dijon mustard

• 10 oz medium pasta shells (or your favorite shape)

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water.

2. In a skillet, sear steak in olive oil until browned (don’t overcook). Remove and set aside.

3. In same skillet, sauté onion until soft, then add garlic + paprika.

4. Stir in broth, cream, and Dijon mustard. Simmer until slightly thickened.

5. Add pasta, Parmesan, and steak back in. Toss well, adding pasta water if needed.

6. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

🧄 Garlic Butter Steak Bites

(quick 15-minute dinner or appetizer)

Ingredients (4 servings)

• 1 ½ lbs sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter

• 5 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Pat steak cubes dry and season with salt & pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet (cast iron best) over high heat.

3. Sear steak bites for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove from pan.

4. Reduce heat, melt butter, and add garlic. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

5. Return steak to pan, toss in garlic butter, and sprinkle with parsley.

6. Serve immediately (amazing with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread).

✨ Pro Tips:

• For extra creamy paprika shells, add a handful of baby spinach or mushrooms.

• For steak bites, squeeze a little lemon juice at the end for brightness.