Ultimate Cheesy Steak Tortellini with Garlic Spinach 🥩🧄🌿
Juicy steak bites and cheesy tortellini tossed in a rich, garlicky sauce with fresh sautéed spinach. This skillet meal is indulgent, hearty, and packed with flavor—perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner that feels gourmet. 💛🧀
📝 Ingredients:
20 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized cubes
2 cups fresh spinach
3 tbsp butter
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional garnish: chopped parsley or red pepper flakes
🔥 Instructions:
Cook the tortellini: Boil tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Sear the steak: Season steak with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak bites 3–5 minutes until browned and cooked to your liking. Remove and set aside.
Cook the garlic spinach: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add spinach and cook until just wilted, about 1–2 minutes.
Make the cheesy sauce: Stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Combine everything: Return steak and cooked tortellini to the skillet. Toss gently to coat in the sauce.
Serve & garnish: Plate hot, sprinkled with chopped parsley or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
💬 Why It Works:
The creamy, cheesy sauce clings to every tortellini and steak bite, while garlicky spinach adds freshness and depth. Rich, indulgent, and satisfying, this dish is the ultimate comfort food for pasta and steak lovers alike. 🥩🧄🧀