Ingredients
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- 1 lb steak tips, cut into large bite-sized cubes
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for mild heat)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Cheesy Twisted Pasta:
- 12 oz twisted pasta (cavatappi or gemelli)
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the twisted pasta and cook until al dente, following the package instructions. Reserve a little pasta water, drain, and set aside.
Step 2: While the pasta cooks, pat the steak tips dry with paper towels. This helps them sear instead of steaming. Season them with salt and black pepper.
Step 3: Heat butter in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak tips and let them sear for about 2 to 3 minutes per side, just until browned on the outside. Remove the steak and set it aside.
Step 4: In the same skillet, lower the heat slightly and add minced garlic. Let it cook until fragrant, then stir in honey and soy sauce. Let the mixture bubble into a sticky glaze. Return the steak bites to the skillet and toss to coat. Once the pieces are glazed, remove from heat and keep warm.
Step 5: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Pour in heavy cream and let it warm through. Add the Velveeta cubes, stirring until melted and smooth.
Step 6: Stir in the cheddar and Parmesan, whisking until the sauce is thick and glossy. Season with paprika, salt, and black pepper to taste.
Step 7: Toss the drained pasta into the cheese sauce, making sure every piece is well coated.
Step 8: Plate the pasta on one side and pile the honey garlic steak bites on the other. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 760
- Sodium: 1240
- Carbohydrates: 58
- Protein: 41
- Cholesterol: 155