Garlic Butter Steak Bites & Spicy Cajun Alfredo shell Pasta

Ingredients:

1.5 pounds sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes

3 tablespoons olive oil

4 tablespoons butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and pepper to taste

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

For the Spicy Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta:

12 oz twisted pasta (rotini or fusilli)

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 tablespoon butter Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley, chopped

(for garnish) Directions:

1. Cook the twisted pasta according to package instructions.

Drain and set aside, reserving

1/2 cup of pasta water.

2. In a large skillet, heat