Description
Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni features tender steak bits seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, all enveloped in a creamy cheese sauce and combined with rigatoni pasta. This dish is satisfying and straightforward to make, perfect for beginners looking to impress in the kitchen.
Ingredients
pound rigatoni pasta
pounds sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch tips
tablespoons Cajun seasoning
tablespoons olive oil
tablespoons butter
medium yellow onion, diced
cloves garlic, minced
tablespoons all-purpose flour
cups beef broth
cups heavy cream
ounces cream cheese, softened
cup cheddar cheese, shredded
cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Get a large pot of salted water boiling and cook the rigatoni pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drai
- Pat the steak tips dry and season with Cajun seasoning
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak tips in batches until browned, then set aside
- Reduce heat, melt butter, and sauté diced onion for 4-5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute
- Sprinkle flour over the onions and garlic, stirring for 1-2 minutes to form a roux
- Slowly whisk in beef broth until smooth, then add heavy cream and simmer
- Stir in cream cheese, cheddar, and Monterey Jack until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste
- Combine seared steak and cooked rigatoni with the sauce, tossing to coat. Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley
Notes
Ensure the steak does not overcrowd the pan while searing for better browning.
Taste and adjust seasoning throughout the cooking process for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 750 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg