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Cheesy Rigatoni with Garlic Butter Steak Tips

Cheesy Rigatoni with Garlic Butter Steak Tips
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Cheesy Rigatoni with Garlic Butter Steak Tips is a rich and comforting dish featuring tender steak tips sautéed in garlic butter, combined with creamy, cheesy rigatoni pasta. This easy-to-make recipe blends hearty flavors and satisfying textures, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or special occasions. The sauce is silky smooth with a delightful cheesy melt, while the garlic butter elevates the steak to savory perfection. Customizable and great for leftovers, it’s a soul-soothing meal that comes together with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • Rigatoni pasta – 12 ounces

Steak and Seasoning

  • Steak tips (sirloin or ribeye) – 1 pound
  • Salt – to taste
  • Black pepper – to taste
  • Olive oil – 2 tablespoons

Garlic Butter Sauce

  • Butter – 4 tablespoons
  • Fresh garlic, minced – 3 cloves

Creamy Cheese Sauce

  • Heavy cream – 1 cup
  • Shredded cheese blend (mozzarella, Parmesan, cheddar) – 1 ½ cups

Optional Garnishes

  • Fresh parsley or basil, chopped – for garnish
  • Extra Parmesan – for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Prepare and cook the rigatoni: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving about ½ cup of pasta water for later use.
  2. Sear the steak tips: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steak tips generously with salt and pepper. Add steak tips to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked to preferred doneness. Remove from skillet and set aside to rest.
  3. Make the garlic butter sauce: Reduce heat to medium in the same skillet. Add butter and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant (1-2 minutes) without burning the garlic.
  4. Create the creamy cheese sauce: Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine with garlic butter. Gradually add shredded cheese, stirring constantly until melted and smooth. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a splash at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  5. Combine pasta, steak, and sauce: Slice rested steak tips into bite-sized pieces. Toss cooked rigatoni and steak into the cheese sauce, ensuring everything is evenly coated. Heat together for 1-2 minutes to blend flavors.
  6. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with chopped fresh herbs and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately while hot for the best taste.

Notes

  • Use quality steak cuts like sirloin or ribeye for optimal tenderness and flavor.
  • Do not overcook the steak; leaving it slightly pink keeps it juicy.
  • Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce thickness without diluting flavor.
  • Freshly grate cheese for better melting and flavor versus pre-shredded options.
  • Cook garlic gently to avoid bitterness.

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Keywords: cheesy rigatoni, garlic butter steak tips, creamy pasta, steak pasta recipe, comfort food, easy dinner

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