Creamy Steak Bite Shells with Roasted Broccoli 🍽️🥦✨
This cozy skillet dinner brings serious comfort—juicy steak bites seared until golden, tender pasta shells swimming in a velvety cream sauce, and roasted broccoli adding that perfect pop of flavor and texture. It’s indulgent, balanced, and weeknight-worthy with a little dinner-party energy. 🔥💚
📝 Ingredients:

12 oz pasta shells

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

Salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika

2 tbsp olive oil (divided)

3 cups broccoli florets

3 tbsp butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

½ cup milk

1 cup freshly grated parmesan

Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh parsley

🔥 Instructions:

Roast the broccoli: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss broccoli with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15–20 minutes until tender with crispy edges. Set aside.

Cook the pasta: Boil shells in salted water until al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.

Sear the steak: Season steak with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak bites for 3–5 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.

Make the creamy sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant. Stir in cream and milk, simmering 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.

Add the cheese: Stir in parmesan until smooth and creamy. Use reserved pasta water to loosen if needed.

Bring it together: Add pasta shells, steak bites, and roasted broccoli to the skillet. Toss gently to coat everything in the sauce.

Finish & serve: Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

💬 Why It Works:
Creamy, savory, and satisfying—this dish hits all the notes. The shells catch every bit of sauce, the steak stays juicy, and the roasted broccoli keeps things perfectly balanced. Comfort food that still feels fresh and hearty. 🥩🧀🥦