Description
Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni is a hearty and comforting dish that combines tender steak tips with creamy rigatoni pasta in a rich garlic butter sauce. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy meal at home. The combination of flavors will have your taste buds dancing, and the one-pot preparation makes cleanup a breeze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb steak tips
- 1 lb rigatoni pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional toppings: chopped fresh parsley, red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sear the Steak Tips: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the steak tips and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the steak tips from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Cook until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Combine the Ingredients: Add the cooked rigatoni and steak tips to the skillet with the garlic butter sauce. Toss to combine, ensuring the pasta and steak are well coated.
- Serve: Plate the Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni and top with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Whenever possible, use fresh garlic and herbs for the best flavor.
- Adjust the Seasoning: Taste the sauce as it simmers and adjust the seasoning as needed. You might want to add more salt, pepper, or other spices to suit your taste.
- Thicken the Sauce: If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water) before serving.
- Freeze Leftovers: This dish freezes beautifully. Just let it cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1200g
- Fat: 45g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
Keywords: Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni