Description

Juicy Cajun-spiced steak, sizzling in garlic butter, pairs with creamy rigatoni coated in melty mozzarella and parmesan. It’s an indulgent, flavor-packed comfort dish ideal for special dinners or any night that needs something bold and satisfying.

Ingredients

1 large ribeye or New York strip steak

8 oz rigatoni pasta

3 cloves garlic, minced

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Instructions

1. Pat steak dry, rub with olive oil and Cajun seasoning. Let rest to room temperature.

2. Boil rigatoni in salted water until al dente (about 10 minutes). Drain and set aside.

3. Sear steak in hot skillet for 3-4 minutes per side. Add butter and garlic; baste steak, then let rest.

4. In a separate pan, heat heavy cream. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until smooth. Add a pinch of Cajun seasoning.

5. Toss cooked rigatoni in the cheese sauce. Sprinkle with parsley and red pepper flakes.

6. Slice rested steak and plate with rigatoni. Drizzle with leftover garlic butter from pan. Serve hot.

Notes

Let the steak rest after searing—this locks in juices and tenderness.

Use freshly shredded cheese for a smoother melt in the sauce.

Warm the cream before adding cheese to avoid clumping.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 720
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 590mg
Fat: 45g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Unsaturated Fat: 20g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 40g
Cholesterol: 160mg

Keywords: cajun steak pasta, garlic butter steak, creamy rigatoni