Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce Recipe
Indulge in the rich and flavorful Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce, a hearty and satisfying dish that combines tender steak bites with creamy pasta and a cheesy, spicy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauté, Boil, Simmer
- Cuisine: Cajun, Italian
- Diet: Non-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 (plus more to taste)
- 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 with olive oil and 1 tbsp butter until browned. Set aside.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook rigatoni until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Make the Sauce Base: Sauté garlic in remaining butter. Add heavy cream and simmer.
- Add the Cheese: Stir in Parmesan and optional mozzarella or Fontina. Season with salt, pepper, and more Cajun seasoning.
- Combine: Toss rigatoni in the sauce, adding pasta water as needed. Fold in steak tips.
- Serve: Plate and garnish with Parmesan and black pepper.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less Cajun seasoning.
- For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: Cajun Steak Tips, Rigatoni Parmesan, Pasta Recipe, Cheesy Pasta, Steak Pasta
