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Beef Tips Gravy

Beef Tips Gravy

Tender beef tips in a creamy Cajun gravy with cheesy tortellini. A quick, one-pan comfort food dinner ready in 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lbs sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into steak tips
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)
  • 7 cloves garlic, minced (divided)
  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (divided)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • 18 oz cheese-filled tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 4 oz cream cheese (optional, for extra richness)
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Large skillet (cast-iron recommended for steak)
  • Colander
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Cook the tortellini in a large pot of salted boiling water for 3-4 minutes until tender; reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat, add 3 minced garlic cloves, and cook until fragrant.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and milk; warm until small bubbles form around the edges, then reduce heat to low.
  4. Whisk in cheddar, Parmesan, and cream cheese (if using) until melted and smooth; season with Cajun seasoning, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Fold cooked tortellini into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water to adjust consistency if needed.
  6. Pat steak tips dry, season with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  7. Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering; add steak tips in a single layer.
  8. Sear the steak tips for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to desired doneness; add remaining butter and minced garlic to baste.
  9. Let the steak rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  10. Serve tortellini in bowls topped with steak tips, garlic butter from the pan, and garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This recipe is enjoyed for its rich flavors and satisfying textures, making it a perfect comforting meal for any night.
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