Cracked Garlic Steak Tortellini in Creamhouse Sauce Bliss is a rich, restaurant-style pasta dish designed for nights when comfort and depth of flavor matter. Tender slices of seared steak are paired with cheese-filled tortellini and coated in a luxurious garlic cream sauce finished with cracked black pepper and Parmesan. The result is a cohesive, indulgent dish that feels elevated while remaining approachable for home cooks.

Steak and pasta is a classic combination, but tortellini adds an extra layer of richness thanks to its filled interior. When combined with a cream-based sauce infused with garlic and butter, the dish becomes deeply satisfying without relying on complex techniques. This recipe focuses on timing and balance, ensuring the steak stays tender while the sauce remains smooth and cohesive.

This dish is ideal for date nights, weekend dinners, or special occasions when you want a meal that feels impressive yet reliable. It also reheats well, making it suitable for planned leftovers.

Why Steak and Tortellini Work So Well Together

Steak brings savory depth and protein, while tortellini contributes richness and structure. A cream-based sauce ties the elements together without overwhelming the dish.

Key advantages include:

Balanced richness from steak and filled pasta
Creamy texture without excessive heaviness
Restaurant-quality presentation at home
Strong reheating performance

Cracked black pepper enhances the garlic and cream, adding warmth and complexity.

Ingredients

Steak

1¼ pounds sirloin or ribeye steak
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt, to taste
Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Pasta

24 ounces refrigerated cheese tortellini

Creamhouse Garlic Sauce

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 cloves garlic, minced
1½ cups heavy cream
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
Salt, to taste

Finish

Fresh parsley, chopped
Extra Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Pat steak dry and season generously with salt and cracked black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear steak for 3–4 minutes per side until browned and cooked to desired doneness.
Remove steak from skillet and rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet.
Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in Parmesan cheese until sauce thickens slightly.
Season sauce with cracked black pepper and salt to taste.
Add cooked tortellini to the sauce and toss to coat.
Add sliced steak and gently fold into the pasta.
Simmer for 2–3 minutes until everything is warmed through.
Garnish with parsley and additional Parmesan before serving.

Make-Ahead and Storage Tips

This creamy steak tortellini dish stores well when handled properly.

Refrigeration: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
Reheating: Warm gently over low heat with a splash of cream
Freezing: Not recommended due to cream-based sauce

Avoid overheating to preserve sauce texture and steak tenderness.

Cracked Garlic Steak Tortellini in Creamhouse Sauce Bliss

Tender steak and cheese tortellini tossed in a rich garlic cream sauce finished with cracked black pepper and Parmesan.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired

Calories: 690