WW Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Alfredo Rigatoni

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The WW Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Alfredo Rigatoni is a comforting meal. We made this recipe with sirloin steak, seasoning, olive oil, butter, garlic, whole-wheat rigatoni, shallot, cream cheese, milk, parmesan, cornstarch, and parsley. This recipe contains 40 grams of protein and 410 calories per serving. It gets ready to serve in just 40 minutes. Store this WW Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Creamy Alfredo Rigatoni for three days in the refrigerator. You may serve this recipe with spinach salad, garlic green beans, roasted cherry tomatoes, cucumber tomato salad, grilled bell peppers, or roasted zucchini. Preparing this recipe is very easy because the given instructions are clear.

STATS:

  • Calories: 410 kcal
  • Serving size: 1 serving
  • Cook time: 25 minutes
  • Preparation time: 15 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Total time: 40 minutes
  • Course: Main
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving: 6

EQUIPMENT:

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Colander
  • Wooden spoon
  • Paper towels
  • Large pot
  • Cheese grater

INGREDIENTS:

GARLIC BUTTER STEAK BITES:

  • Half tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 1/2 lb cubed lean sirloin steak
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Half tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp light butter
  • 4 minced garlic cloves
  • Quarter tsp red pepper flakes

LIGHT ALFREDO RIGATONI:

  • 8 oz dry whole-wheat rigatoni
  • Two tbsp chopped shallot
  • 1 tsp light butter
  • Two oz reduced-fat cream cheese
  • 1 cup unsweetened fat-free milk
  • Quarter cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 cup hot reserved pasta water
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 3 tbsp chopped parsley
  • One tsp cornstarch

INGREDIENT NOTES:

LEAN SIRLOIN STEAK:

  • It gives a rich beef taste and becomes tender when we cook. We trim the visible fat to reduce the calories and WW points. You may use lean beef tenderloin as per your preference.

BUTTER:

  • We use it to add a rich buttery taste to the steak bites. It makes a flavorful coating that keeps the dish moist and delicious. You may use reduced-fat butter spread as an alternative.

WHOLE-WHEAT RIGATONI:

  • It gives hearty texture and more fiber than regular pasta. Rigatoni holds the creamy Alfredo sauce well and gives better results. You may use whole-wheat penne as another idea.

REDUCED-FAT CREAM CHEESE:

  • Cream cheese gives a creamy and thick consistency to the recipe. It provides a mild tangy taste that complements the Parmesan cheese. You may use fat-free cream cheese as a substitute.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, cut the sirloin into 1-inch cubes and dry them well, then season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Warm olive oil in the skillet over medium flame and sear the steak in batches for 2 minutes per side.
  3. Toss the cubes with butter, garlic, and pepper flakes for 45 seconds on low flame.
  4. Put the steak on the plate and cook the rigatoni as per package guidelines.
  5. Reserve some water and drain the pasta properly.
  6. Melt 1 tsp butter on medium-low flame in the same skillet and cook shallots for two minutes.
  7. Stir in reduced-fat cream cheese and fat-free milk, then include cornstarch slurry to get the right consistency.
  8. Turn off the flame and stir in parmesan, cooked rigatoni, and reserved pasta water.
  9. Season the dish with salt and pepper, then add the half parsley.
  10. Lastly, serve the steak bites with pasta and garnish with remaining parsley.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SALADS:

  • Cucumber Tomato Salad
  • Classic Garden Salad
  • Spinach Salad
  • Italian Chopped Salad

VEGETABLE SIDES:

  • Steamed Broccoli
  • Garlic Green Beans
  • Roasted Zucchini
  • Lemon Asparagus

SIDES:

  • Cauliflower Rice
  • Sautéed Spinach
  • Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
  • Grilled Bell Peppers

TIPS:

  • You should use the lean cut of steak and trim the visible fat for a lighter version.
  • Cook the steak in small batches to get a better taste and golden crust.
  • Avoid boiling the milk-based Alfredo sauce to get the best results.
  • Include freshly grated cheese so it melts well and makes the meal delicious.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Store the steak and pasta separately in closed boxes for 3 days.

FREEZER:

  • Freeze the steak bites for two months and make the pasta fresh.

FAQs:

Can I omit butter from this recipe?

  • Yes, you can use cooking spray and olive oil as an alternative.

How can I make the sauce thicker?

  • To achieve the desired consistency, add a small amount of cornstarch to cold water.

Is normal spaghetti okay to include?

  • Yes, you can add conventional rigatoni, but whole-wheat pasta contains more fiber.

Should we include chicken rather than steak?

  • Yes, you can add skinless chicken breast chopped into little cubes for better results.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 410 kcal

Net carbs: 37 g

Iron: 3.5 mg

Total carbs: 41 g

Vitamin A: 375 IU

Fiber: 4 g

Calcium: 205 mg

Protein: 40 g

Sodium: 550 mg

Potassium: 625 mg

Weight Watchers Points: 9 Points