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Delicious Cajun Steak Tips served with cheesy rigatoni pasta

Cajun Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni

A dish that brings the vibrant flavors of the South right to your table, featuring juicy steak tips and creamy, cheesy rigatoni in a rich sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb steak tips
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 8 oz rigatoni pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Season steak tips with Cajun seasoning and add to the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked to your desired doneness.
  4. Lower the heat and pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine.
  5. Add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and the sauce thickens.
  6. Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet, mixing until well coated with the sauce.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper. You can also customize by swapping steak with chicken or shrimp.