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Cajun Steak Tips with Creamy Parmesan Rigatoni

A delightful one-skillet meal that's quick enough for a weeknight dinner yet fancy enough for guests, featuring Cajun-seasoned steak tips and creamy rigatoni.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak and Sauce
  • 1 lb steak tips Seasoned with Cajun spice
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning For flavor
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese For creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking
  • Salt and pepper Salt and pepper to taste To season
  • Chopped parsley For garnish
For the Pasta
  • 8 oz rigatoni pasta Cook according to package instructions

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the steak tips with Cajun seasoning.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the seasoned steak tips and cook until browned and cooked to your desired doneness, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add heavy cream. Bring to a simmer.
  2. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Cooking the Pasta
  1. Meanwhile, cook rigatoni according to package instructions; drain and add to the sauce.
  2. Toss the rigatoni in the creamy sauce.
Final Assembly
  1. Add the cooked steak tips back into the skillet, mixing everything together.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For added heat, consider incorporating cayenne pepper or jalapeños. If avoiding cream, use cashew cream for a vegan option. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat with a splash of cream for best texture.