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Need some cozy comfort but don't want to be stuck at the stove all night? Grab those steak cubes, give them a hot, buttery sear with garlic and a load of parmesan, then toss 'em right on top of dreamy mashed potatoes. Every mouthful is rich, super satisfying, and there's that happy silence at the table since everyone's too busy eating.
I couldn't believe how fast my people finished this the first time. Before I was done with the pan, they were already asking for more.
Tasty Ingredients
- Russet potatoes: Grab big, firm ones so they're easy to mash silky smooth
- Fresh parsley: Chopped up at the end, it brightens things up
- Salt and black pepper: Give 'em a good sprinkle to pull all the tastes together
- Red pepper flakes: Go for these if you like a little heat
- Olive oil: Gets your steak those crisp golden edges when searing
- Parmesan cheese: If you can, shred it fresh for the richest nutty bite
- Salt and pepper to taste: Adjust while mashing until it's exactly how you like it
- Garlic powder: A quick way to work mellow garlic flavor into the mash
- Heavy cream or milk: Cream gives the mash its over-the-top richness, but milk does the trick too
- Smoked paprika: Sneaks in that toasty, smoky hint
- Butter: Smooths out the sauce and fattens up the flavor
- Sirloin steak: Look for a bright red slab with some tiny streaks of fat for best juicy bites
- Garlic: Freshly chopped cloves make everything pop
Easy Step-by-Step
- Finish and Serve:
- Grab a big spoonful of hot, creamy potatoes for each plate. Lay those steak bites right on top and don’t forget to pour some of that buttery pan sauce over everything. Shake on plenty of fresh parsley last and hand it out quick while it’s still steaming.
- Steak Time:
- Warm olive oil in a large skillet on high until it’s shiny but not smoking. Toss all the steak cubes in one layer—if there’s too many, do it in rounds so they brown instead of steam. Let sit two or three minutes until dark and crusty before flipping. Lower the heat, then toss in butter, garlic, and smoked paprika. Once it smells garlicky, stir in red pepper flakes if you want a hit of heat. Then mix in the parmesan until everything’s gooey and coated in sauce.
- Mash the Potatoes:
- Put peeled, cut-up potatoes in salty boiling water and cook them until soft when poked with a fork—about fifteen or twenty minutes. Pour off all the water, and let them hang out in the hot pot for a minute to dry. Mash, dropping in bits of butter, then slowly pour in cream while mashing until super creamy. Toss in the parmesan and garlic powder and keep at it until it’s smooth. Taste, and add salt or pepper until it’s just right. Keep the lid on so it doesn’t lose steam.
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I always look forward to that first forkful—when the garlicky, buttery sauce sneaks down into the potatoes. My trick is parmesan in both the mash and steak. Somehow that one cheese brings it all together so fast.
Storage ideas
Stash leftovers in the fridge inside an airtight container for up to three days. When you reheat the mash, add a splash of milk or cream to bring back the smoothness. Warm up steak bites in a skillet with a nub of butter so they don’t go dry. If you freeze mashed potatoes, toss in more cream after heating for extra silkiness.
Ingredient swaps
If you don’t have sirloin, try any steak that’s tender like ribeye or tenderloin. Yukon Golds make a rich, buttery mash too if russets aren’t around. Skip the butter and use olive oil plus your best plant milk for a dairy-free fix, and go with non-dairy parmesan everywhere it’s called for.
What to serve with it
This is super filling by itself but packs even more punch next to garlicky sautéed greens or a crisp salad. Want more color? Serve alongside roasted broccoli or pile on some buttery peas. Feeling rustic? Grab some chewy bread and soak up all that extra sauce.
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Garlic butter steak bites make you feel like you’re eating out at a fancy steak joint, but at home, mashed potatoes keep it homey and family-style. Parmesan typically stars in Italian favorites, but here it takes beef and potatoes over the top. It’s a sneaky-good way to get kids tasting bolder flavors without fuss since everything still feels familiar.
Frequently Asked Questions About Recipes
- → How do I make steak bites juicy and tender?
Cut your sirloin into even cubes and toss them into a hot skillet so they brown quick and don’t dry out. That helps the meat stay nice and juicy.
- → Can I use different cuts of beef?
For a boost in flavor, you can try ribeye or New York strip, but sirloin always turns out tasty and soft too.
- → What's the secret to creamy mashed potatoes?
Cook your potatoes till they’re soft, then mix in butter, milk (or cream), and parmesan, mashing everything together for a super smooth and rich mash.
- → Are red pepper flakes necessary?
They’re just for some extra heat. You can leave them out for a milder flavor or sprinkle in more if you want it spicier.
- → Can I prepare this meal ahead of time?
You can totally make your mashed potatoes early and reheat them. Just sear the steak right before eating so it stays perfect.