Cajun Steak Tips Cheesy Rigatoni (Printable View)
Steak tips tossed with cheesy rigatoni and spiced Parmesan sauce for a flavorful, comforting meal.
# Ingredient List:
→ Steak
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1 pound sirloin or ribeye steak tips, cut into bite-sized pieces
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1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, plus additional to taste
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Pasta and Sauce
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10 ounces rigatoni pasta
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1 cup heavy cream
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3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
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2 garlic cloves, finely minced
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or Fontina cheese, optional
# Preparation Steps:
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Season steak tips with Cajun seasoning. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat. Sear steak pieces until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add rigatoni and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain pasta.
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In the same skillet, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
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Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted. If desired, add mozzarella or Fontina cheese and stir until smooth. Season sauce with salt, pepper, and additional Cajun seasoning to taste.
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Add cooked rigatoni to the cream sauce, tossing to coat. Gradually add reserved pasta water to loosen sauce as needed. Gently fold in seared steak tips until evenly distributed and heated through.
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Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and freshly cracked black pepper if desired.
# Supplementary Details:
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Allow steak to rest a few minutes after searing to retain juices before adding to pasta.