Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Spicy Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta

Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Spicy Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta

Ingredients:

1.5 pounds sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes

3 tablespoons olive oil

4 tablespoons butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

For the Spicy Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta:

12 oz twisted pasta (rotini or fusilli)

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 tablespoon butter

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions:

1. Cook the twisted pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.

2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the steak cubes with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

3. Add the steak to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, turning the pieces to brown all sides. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.