Garlic Steak Tortellini features tender seared steak slices and cheese-filled tortellini tossed in a rich garlic cream sauce.
1 pound sirloin steak
1 package 20 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
4 cloves garlic minced
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup beef broth
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley optional
Cook tortellini in salted boiling water until tender; drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Season steak with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat and sear steak 3 to 4 minutes per side.
Remove steak, rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
In same skillet add butter and garlic; cook 30 seconds.
Pour in heavy cream and broth; simmer 3 to 5 minutes.
Stir in Parmesan until smooth.
Add tortellini and toss to coat; thin sauce if needed.
Fold in sliced steak and warm through.
Garnish with parsley and serve.
Slice steak against the grain for tenderness.
Do not boil sauce aggressively.
Add vegetables if desired for additional texture.