Description
Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce is a comforting dish that combines tender, spiced steak tips with creamy, cheesy rigatoni. Perfect for any occasion, this rich pasta meal is sure to impress family and friends alike. The juicy steak is seasoned with Cajun spices, adding a flavorful kick that complements the luscious Parmesan sauce. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Get ready to enjoy a hearty serving of this delicious comfort food that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak tips (sirloin or ribeye)
- 10 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Cajun seasoning
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Season steak tips with Cajun seasoning. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Sear the steak until browned on all sides; set aside.
- Boil salted water in a large pot, add rigatoni, and cook until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Mix in grated Parmesan until melted. Add drained rigatoni and reserved pasta water to adjust consistency, then fold in seared steak tips.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet/Pasta Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg