Description
Indulge in the flavorful combination of Cajun-seasoned steak tips served over a bed of creamy rigatoni pasta smothered in a decadent Parmesan cheese sauce. This Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce recipe is a deliciously satisfying dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cajun Steak Tips:
- 1 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into cubes
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce:
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season and sear the steak: Toss steak cubes with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak and cook 2–3 minutes per side, or until desired doneness. Remove from skillet and cover to keep warm.
- Make the cheese sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in cream and milk. Bring to a gentle simmer, then whisk in Parmesan and cheddar until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add cooked rigatoni to the cheese sauce, stirring to coat evenly.
- Assemble and serve: Plate the cheesy pasta, top with Cajun steak tips, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sauté, Simmer
- Cuisine: Cajun, Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 780
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: Cajun Steak Tips, Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce, Steak Pasta Recipe, Creamy Pasta Dish
