Description
Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni is the ultimate comfort food that combines succulent steak tips sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, served over creamy, cheesy rigatoni. This dish promises to impress your guests while being quick and easy enough for a cozy weeknight dinner. The flavors meld beautifully, creating a satisfying meal that’s bound to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb steak tips (sirloin or ribeye)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 8 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tbsp of butter. Season steak tips with salt and pepper, then sauté until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Lower heat, add minced garlic to the skillet, and stir for about one minute until fragrant.
- In another pot, combine cooked rigatoni with remaining butter and Parmesan cheese over low heat until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Add the sautéed steak tips and juices to the rigatoni mixture, tossing gently to combine.
- Serve immediately with optional garnishes like additional cheese or herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize this dish by substituting steak with chicken or shrimp. Adding vegetables like spinach or mushrooms can enhance flavor and nutrition. Adjust cheese types for different tastes; mozzarella or spicy pepper jack work well too.