Description
Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our mouthwatering Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce. This fusion dish combines the robust, spicy notes of Cajun cuisine with the comforting creaminess of a decadent parmesan sauce, all tossed with al dente rigatoni pasta and tender steak tips. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more!
Ingredients
- 1 pound steak tips
- 2 cup rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Fontina cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup extra Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
1. Start by bringing a pot of salted water to a boil and cooking the rigatoni pasta until it reaches al dente perfection. Drain the pasta and set it aside, ready to be tossed into the creamy sauce.
2. In a skillet, heat up some olive oil and butter. Season the steak tips generously with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Sear the steak tips for 2-3 minutes per side until they develop a beautiful brown crust. Remove the steak tips from the pan and set them aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, allowing the aroma to bloom. Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and the optional shredded mozzarella or Fontina cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
4. Add the cooked rigatoni pasta and the seared steak tips into the cheesy Parmesan sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated and the steak tips are warmed through.
5. Serve the Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of Cajun seasoning if desired.
Notes
To ensure your Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce turns out perfectly every time, here are a few tips to keep in mind:
– Sear the steak tips over high heat to get a nice, crispy exterior while keeping the interior juicy and tender.
– Cook the rigatoni pasta just until al dente, as it will continue to soften in the creamy sauce.
– Grate the Parmesan cheese fresh for maximum flavor and melting ability.
– Taste the sauce and adjust the Cajun seasoning to your desired level of spiciness.
– If the sauce seems too thick, you can thin it out with a splash of the starchy pasta cooking water.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams