Cajun Steak Bites with Cheesy Mashed Potatoes and Rich Parmesan Sauce

Cajun Steak Bites with Cheesy Mashed Potatoes and Rich Parmesan Sauce
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Ingredients:
For the Steak Bites:

2 lbs steak filet, ribeye, or sirloin, cut into 2-3″ pieces
4-5 tablespoons avocado oil (for higher smoke point)
For the Parmesan Cream Sauce:
5 tablespoons butter, divided
10 cloves garlic, minced and divided
1.5 cups heavy cream
2 green onions, diced (green and white parts)
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
2/3 cup Parmesan cheese (grated, shredded, or shaved)
For the Cheesy Mashed Potatoes:
4 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 cup half-and-half, warmed
6 tablespoons salted butter, melted
3/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese (or mozzarella, pepper jack, etc.), shredded
1 tsp garlic powder
3/4 tsp salt
Pepper to taste (about 1/2 tsp each)
For the Homemade Blackened Seasoning:
2 tablespoons smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Directions:

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