Absolutely! Here’s a rich and flavorful Creamy Paprika Steak Shells Pasta recipe:
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 8 oz (225 g) pasta shells
- 1 lb (450 g) steak (ribeye, sirloin, or flank), thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced (optional)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup beef or chicken broth
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta
- Boil pasta shells according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the steak
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the steak slices with salt, pepper, and 1/2 tsp paprika.
- Sear steak 2–3 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make the sauce
- In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil.
- Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add the red bell pepper (if using) and cook 2 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the remaining paprika.
- Add cream and cheese
- Pour in the heavy cream and broth, stirring to combine.
- Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine pasta and steak
- Return the steak to the skillet along with the cooked pasta shells.
- Toss everything together to coat the pasta in the creamy sauce. Cook 2–3 more minutes until steak is cooked to your liking.
- Serve
- Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
- Serve hot with a side salad or garlic bread.
Tips
- For extra smoky flavor, try smoked paprika instead of regular paprika.
- You can swap heavy cream for half-and-half for a lighter version, but the sauce will be slightly less thick.
- Optional additions: sautéed mushrooms or spinach for more veggies.
If you want, I can also give a quick 20-minute version with pre-cooked steak and a faster creamy sauce—it’s perfect for busy weeknights. Do you want me to do that?
