1-First Step: Boil the tortellini Start by bringing a pot of water to a boil and cooking the 9 ounces of cheese tortellini according to the package instructions. Most tortellini cooks quickly, usually in just a few minutes, so stay close to the pot. Drain it well once it is done and set it aside.

2-Second Step: Mix the cowboy butter In a bowl, combine the softened 1/2 cup unsalted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped chives, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture looks even and creamy. Letting the butter sit at room temperature first makes this part much easier.

3-Third Step: Season and dry the steak Pat the 1 pound sirloin steak pieces dry with paper towels before cooking. This step matters because dry steak browns better in the pan. After drying, season the pieces with salt and black pepper to taste.

4-Fourth Step: Sear the steak bites Heat the 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil shimmers, add the steak bites in a single layer. Cook them for 3 to 4 minutes, turning as needed, until browned on the outside and cooked to your liking.

5-Fifth Step: Combine everything in the pan Remove the steak from the heat and add the cooked tortellini back into the skillet. Spoon in the cowboy butter and toss gently until the pasta and steak are coated. The heat from the pan and the steak will soften the butter and help it cling to every bite.

6-Final Step: Serve right away Spoon the cowboy butter tortellini steak bites onto plates while warm. Add a little extra black pepper, chopped parsley, or chives on top if you want a fresh finish. Serve it as a full dinner or with a simple side salad.