Description
A comforting dish combining juicy steak, tender tortellini, and aromatic garlic, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound steak (ribeye or sirloin)
- 1 package fresh tortellini (cheese-filled)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the steak: Season it generously with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add one tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, sear the steak for about 6-7 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting the time depending on your preference. Don’t crowd the pan—let it breathe!
- Rest and slice: Remove the steak from the pan, cover it loosely with foil, and let it rest for about 5-10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat tender. Slice it thin against the grain.
- Sauté the garlic: In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
- Cook the tortellini: Add the tortellini to the pan along with some boiling water (just enough to cover it). Cook according to package instructions, usually around 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Combine: Once the tortellini is cooked, toss in the sliced steak and any juices accumulated, mixing everything together. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Plate it up and garnish with fresh basil or parsley.
Notes
Feel free to swap out the steak for grilled chicken or mushrooms for a vegetarian twist. Adjust seasoning to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: steak, tortellini, garlic, dinner, quick meals, one-pot dish