Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce Recipe
Indulge in a decadent dish of Cajun Steak Tips in a creamy and cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan sauce. This recipe combines tender steak bites with perfectly cooked pasta, coated in a rich and flavorful sauce that will tantalize your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Steak Tips:
- 1 lb steak tips (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter (divided)
For the Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce:
- 10 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or Fontina cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Sear the Steak: Season steak tips with Cajun seasoning. Sear in a skillet until browned. Set aside.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook rigatoni until al dente. Drain and reserve pasta water.
- Make the Sauce Base: Sauté garlic in butter. Add heavy cream and simmer.
- Add the Cheese: Stir in Parmesan and optional cheese. Season.
- Combine: Toss pasta in sauce, adding reserved water. Fold in steak.
- Serve: Plate and garnish with Parmesan and black pepper.
Notes
- You can adjust the Cajun seasoning to suit your spice preference.
- Feel free to add some fresh herbs like parsley for extra flavor.
- Make sure to let the steak rest before cutting it to retain its juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: Cajun, Steak Tips, Rigatoni Parmesan, Creamy Pasta, Cheesy Sauce
