Description
A rich, cheesy, and slightly spicy dish marrying bold flavors and comfort food vibes, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pound sirloin or ribeye steak tips
- 12 ounce rigatoni pasta
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, plus more to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
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Instructions
- 1. Cook the rigatoni pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. Season the steak tips generously with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- 3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Ensure it’s hot before adding the steak.
- 4. Add steak tips and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned and desired doneness is reached. Remove and set aside.
- 5. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, incorporating browned bits from the steak.
- 6. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 7. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 8. Add Parmesan and mozzarella cheese, plus a pinch of Cajun seasoning. Whisk until melted and thick.
- 9. If too thick, add a splash of pasta water or milk to adjust consistency.
- 10. Add cooked rigatoni to the skillet and toss until well coated with sauce.
- 11. Return steak tips to the skillet, toss to combine, slice if desired, and garnish with parsley.
- 12. Serve hot.