Description
Indulge in a decadent yet simple dinner with this recipe for Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni. Tender sirloin steak tips are seared to perfection, then tossed with a creamy, garlicky cheese sauce and served over rigatoni pasta. This dish is a flavor-packed comfort food that will satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Steak Tips:
- 1½ pounds sirloin steak tips (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Pasta:
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
For the Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried)
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil rigatoni until al dente, then drain.
- Sear the Steak: Season and sear steak tips until browned, then set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter, add garlic, thyme, and pepper flakes. Stir in cream and cheeses until smooth.
- Combine: Toss pasta in the sauce, then add steak tips and warm through. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute sirloin with ribeye or NY strip for extra tenderness.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
