Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce
Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce is a delectable dish that combines tender steak tips seasoned with zesty Cajun spices and creamy rigatoni enveloped in a rich Parmesan sauce. This flavorful meal is perfect for family dinners or gatherings and promises to be a hit at your table. With its inviting aroma and comforting texture, it’s not just a dish; it’s an experience to savor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak tips (sirloin or ribeye)
- 10 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (plus more to taste)
- 2 tbsp butter (divided)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or Fontina cheese
Instructions
- Season steak tips with Cajun seasoning. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Sear steak until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In a pot, boil salted water and cook rigatoni until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Add heavy cream and simmer gently.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and extra Cajun seasoning if desired.
- Combine cooked rigatoni with sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency. Gently fold in seared steak tips.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg