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Cajun Steak Tips in Cheesy Rigatoni Parmesan Sauce – A Bold Comfort Dinner

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Description: Tender Cajun-seasoned steak tips served with rigatoni in a creamy Parmesan sauce that balances spice and richness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb sirloin steak tips, cut into bite-size pieces

  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning

  • 12 oz rigatoni pasta

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream

  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

  • Salt, to taste

  • Reserved pasta water, as needed

  • Chopped parsley, optional

Instructions

  1. Cook rigatoni in salted water until al dente; reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain.

  2. Toss steak tips with Cajun seasoning and olive oil.

  3. Sear steak tips in a hot skillet for 2–3 minutes per side; remove and set aside.

  4. Lower heat, add butter and garlic, and cook briefly.

  5. Stir in cream and simmer gently; add Parmesan and stir until smooth.

  6. Toss rigatoni in the sauce, thinning with pasta water if needed.

  7. Return steak tips to the skillet and mix until combined.

Notes

Add vegetables or adjust spice levels to preference. Reheat gently with extra cream if needed.

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