Creamy Cheddar Steak Bites Bowtie Pasta with Corn & Broccoli

A rich, comforting pasta skillet loaded with juicy steak bites, tender bowtie pasta, sweet corn, and broccoli—all coated in a creamy cheddar sauce that’s smooth, cheesy, and satisfying.

🛒 Ingredients

🥩 Steak bites

400–500 g steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into cubes
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & black pepper, to taste
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder

🍝 Pasta & veggies

2 cups bowtie (farfalle) pasta
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup sweet corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
2 cloves garlic, minced

🧀 Creamy cheddar sauce

2 tbsp butter
1½ cups milk or light cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, adds depth)
Salt & pepper, to taste
1 tsp chili flakes (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook pasta & veggies

Boil bowtie pasta until al dente
In the last 2–3 minutes, add broccoli to the same pot
Drain and set aside

2. Cook steak bites

Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat
Season steak with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder
Sear 2–3 minutes until browned outside but juicy inside
Remove and set aside

3. Build sauce base

In same pan, melt butter
Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds
Pour in milk/cream and warm gently

4. Make it cheesy

Stir in cheddar and Parmesan
Add Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and chili flakes
Cook until smooth and creamy

5. Combine everything

Add pasta, broccoli, corn, and steak bites
Toss until fully coated in sauce
Heat 2–3 minutes until everything is hot and creamy

🍽️ Serving Ideas

Serve with garlic bread 🥖
Add extra cheese on top 🧀
Pair with a light salad 🥗
Sprinkle fresh parsley for freshness

🔥 Tips

Don’t overcook steak—keep it juicy
Reserve a splash of pasta water to loosen sauce if needed
Use sharp cheddar for stronger flavor
Add crispy bacon bits for extra richness

🧀 Why it works

You get tender steak, creamy cheddar sauce, sweet corn, and crisp broccoli all wrapped around bowtie pasta—comfort food with bold texture and flavor in every bite.