CREAMY PAPRIKA STEAK SHELLS

Ingredients:

• For the Steak:
• 1 pound steak (sirloin, ribeye, or your choice), cut into strips
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• For the Creamy Paprika Sauce:
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• For the Pasta:
• 12 oz pasta shells or your preferred pasta
• Salt, for the pasta water

Instructions:

1. Cook the Pasta:

• In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta shells according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

1. Prepare the Steak:

• Season the steak strips with salt and pepper.
• In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the steak strips and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.

1. Make the Creamy Paprika Sauce:

• In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
• Stir in the paprika, then add the beef broth, and bring to a simmer. Allow it to cook for a couple of minutes to reduce slightly.
• Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Allow the sauce to simmer gently until it thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.

1. Combine:

• Add the cooked steak back into the skillet and stir to coat the steak in the sauce.
• Add the cooked pasta shells to the skillet and gently toss everything together until well-coated with the creamy sauce.

1. Serve:

• Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your creamy paprika steak shells!

Tips:

• You can add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra color and nutrition.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your taste, adding more paprika or seasoning as desired.
• For a little heat, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.

Enjoy your delicious creamy paprika steak shells!