Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce, a comforting dish that brings warmth and satisfaction to your dinner table. With tender steak tips seasoned to perfection and enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce, this meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. In just over half an hour, you can create a satisfying dinner that pleases the whole family. The combination of Cajun spices and cheesy goodness ensures each bite is bursting with flavor, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak tips (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 10 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp butter (divided)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (plus more to taste)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season steak tips with Cajun seasoning. In a skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Sear steak tips until browned on all sides; set aside.
- Boil salted water and cook rigatoni until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and simmer gently; stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Toss rigatoni into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency. Fold in seared steak tips.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg