Creamy Roasted Garlic Steak Tortellini (the Ultimate Comfort

• tempo total: 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredientes

For the Steak:

1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-size pieces

1 tbsp olive oil

½ tsp garlic powder

Salt & black pepper, to taste

For the Roasted Tomatoes:

1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes

1 tbsp olive oil

3 cloves garlic (whole, unpeeled)

Salt & black pepper, to taste

For the Sauce & Pasta:

12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)

3 tbsp unsalted butter

3 cloves roasted garlic (from above), peeled & mashed

¾ cup heavy cream

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

½ tsp Italian seasoning

¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

1 tbsp chopped fresh basil (plus more for garnish)

Instruções

Roast Tomatoes & Garlic:

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). On a baking sheet, toss cherry tomatoes and whole garlic cloves with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15–20 minutes until blistered and caramelized. Set aside.

Cook Tortellini:

Boil in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.

Sear the Steak:

Pat steak dry and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

Make the Sauce:

In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

Mash in roasted garlic cloves and stir until golden. Add the roasted tomatoes and gently crush them with a spatula.

Pour in heavy cream, stir, and bring to a simmer.

Add Cheese & Seasoning:

Whisk in Parmesan until smooth, then stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.

Combine Everything:

Toss in the cooked tortellini and steak bites. Add a splash of pasta water if needed. Stir gently until creamy and well coated.

Serve:

Top with chopped basil and extra Parmesan.

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins | Total: 35 mins | Servings: 4