Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce
Indulge in a culinary adventure with Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce. This dish marries the bold, spicy essence of Cajun seasoning with the creamy richness of a Parmesan sauce, enveloping tender steak tips and perfectly cooked rigatoni. It’s an unforgettable meal perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin steak tips
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Season the steak tips with Cajun seasoning. In a skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and cook steak for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Cook rigatoni in boiling salted water for 10-12 minutes until al dente, then drain (reserve 1 cup of pasta water).
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add garlic, and sauté for 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream, simmer, and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Return rigatoni and steak to the skillet; toss together, adding reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- Serve garnished with extra Parmesan or herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 120mg