Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Parmesan Cream Sauce

Prep/Cook Time

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Method: Sauté serving 4

For the Steak Bites:

• 1 1/2 lbs MCR sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)

For the Parmesan Cream Sauce:

• 1 tbsp unsalted butter

• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Season the steak pieces with salt and pepper.

• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• Add the steak bites in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.

• Reduce heat to medium, then add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in the garlic and thyme. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Return the steak to the skillet, toss to coat and remove from heat.

Make the Parmesan Cream Sauce:

• In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute.

• Gradually whisk in the heavy cream, allowing the mixture to thicken, about 2-3 minutes.

• Stir in Parmesan cheese and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook until smooth, then remove from heat.

  Serve:

• Drizzle the Parmesan cream sauce over the top after adding meat to plate.

• Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Pairing

• Pairs well with roasted vegetables, mashed potato's, rice or pasta