Ingredients
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley, for garnish
Feel free to substitute the sirloin steak with ribeye or even chicken for a different twist. If you’re a fan of spice like my mom was, a pinch of red pepper flakes can add a nice kick.
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the steak pieces with salt and pepper, then cook in the skillet until browned and cooked to your liking, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet, stirring to coat the pasta with the garlic butter.
- Pour in the heavy cream and milk, stirring gently. Bring to a simmer.
- Gradually add the cheddar and mozzarella cheese, stirring continuously until smooth and creamy.
- Return the steak to the skillet, mixing everything together until well combined.
- Season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Remember, cooking is an art, not a science. Feel free to tweak the flavors to suit your taste, just like I learned from my abuela, who always believed in ‘un poquito de esto y un poquito de aquello’ (a little bit of this and a little bit of that).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International