Description
Prepare to be swept off your feet by the irresistible combination of tender steak, creamy paprika sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta shells. Creamy Paprika Steak Shells is a dish that delivers steakhouse flavor with weeknight ease, making it the perfect choice for a comforting and indulgent dinner.
Ingredients
- 12 oz shell pasta
- 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Start by cooking the shell pasta in salted boiling water according to the package directions. Drain the pasta and set it aside, ready to be tossed with the creamy sauce.
2. Season the steak bites with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the steak and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until nicely browned. Remove the steak from the pan and set it aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Stir in the heavy cream and beef broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
4. Add the Parmesan cheese to the skillet and stir until it’s melted and the sauce is smooth. Return the seared steak to the pan and toss it with the cooked pasta, ensuring everything is evenly coated in the creamy paprika sauce.
5. Sprinkle the Creamy Paprika Steak Shells with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot, ready to delight your taste buds.
Notes
For a healthier alternative, you can use low-fat or nonfat dairy products, such as Greek yogurt or reduced-fat cream cheese, in place of the heavy cream to lower the overall caloric and fat content.
Creamy Paprika Steak Shells pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad or a simple side of roasted vegetables, such as asparagus or Brussels sprouts. For a complementary beverage, consider a bold red wine or a refreshing craft beer.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Steak, Pasta, Creamy, Paprika
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 650
- Calories: 3
- Sugar: 800
- Sodium: 35
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 80
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Fiber: 40
- Protein: undefined
- Cholesterol: 45