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Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Parmesan Cream Sauce

Tender, juicy steak bites seared to perfection and smothered in a rich Parmesan cream sauce, served over creamy cheesy mashed potatoes for an unforgettable meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 685

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs steak filet, ribeye, or sirloin, cut into 2-3 inch pieces
  • 4-5 tablespoons avocado oil divided
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 5 tablespoons butter divided
  • 10 cloves garlic minced and divided
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 2 green onions diced (green and white parts)
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes less if desired
  • 2/3 cup Parmesan cheese grated, shredded, or shaved
  • 4 lbs russet potatoes peeled and quartered
  • 1 cup half and half warmed
  • 6 tablespoons salted butter melted
  • 3/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder for potatoes
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt for potatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper for potatoes, or to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet or cast iron pan
  • Large pot for potatoes
  • potato masher
  • whisk
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. Cut steak into 2-3 inch pieces, rub evenly with 1-2 tablespoons avocado oil, then season all sides with blackened seasoning (mix smoked paprika, cayenne, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, thyme, and oregano). Let sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Peel and quarter potatoes, place in cold water for 10 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain, then place in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until fork tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Heat 2-3 tablespoons avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak pieces (work in batches to avoid overcrowding) and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Flip steak pieces once, cook 1 minute, then reduce heat to low and cook 1 more minute. Remove steak to a bowl.
  5. Add 3 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon minced garlic to the same pan. Saute until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Return steak to pan, toss to coat in garlic butter, cook 1 minute more, then remove steak and tent with foil.
  6. In the same pan, add 2 tablespoons butter and remaining minced garlic. Saute until fragrant, then slowly whisk in heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and reduce for 3-5 minutes.
  7. Drain potatoes and mash with melted butter and warmed half and half until smooth. Stir in Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  8. Add red pepper flakes, green onions, and Parmesan cheese to the cream sauce. Whisk until thickened. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Serve steak bites over mashed potatoes and spoon Parmesan cream sauce generously over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For best results, let steak sit at room temperature before cooking. Don't overcrowd the pan when searing. Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce. Store leftovers separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days.