Description

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this Rigatoni in Garlic Butter Parmesan Cream Sauce with Cajun Steak Tips. This dish marries the rich, creamy flavors of garlic butter and parmesan with perfectly seasoned Cajun steak tips, creating a mouthwatering experience that’s sure to impress. Each bite is a delightful fusion of textures, where the robust rigatoni pasta holds onto the luscious sauce, enveloping your palate in warmth and satisfaction. Ideal for casual dinners or special gatherings, this recipe invites you into a world of culinary bliss that transforms any meal into a cherished occasion.

Ingredients

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1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
12 oz rigatoni pasta
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves minced garlic
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Cajun seasoning (to taste)
Salt (to taste)

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Instructions

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add oil. Season steak pieces with salt and Cajun seasoning. Sear for about 3-4 minutes until browned; set aside to rest.
In another pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Pour in milk and cream gradually, stirring well.
Bring to a gentle simmer, then whisk in Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses until melted and smooth. Stir in Italian seasoning.
Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
Combine cooked rigatoni with the sauce and steak tips, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 340g)
Calories: 672
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 40g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 117mg