Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Creamy Mozzarella Rigatoni
Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Creamy Mozzarella Rigatoni is a delightful dish that pairs tender steak tips sautéed in rich garlic butter with creamy rigatoni pasta enveloped in melted mozzarella cheese. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family dinner or an impressive meal for guests. The savory flavors of the steak and the indulgent creaminess of the pasta create a satisfying experience that everyone will love. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, you can whip up this restaurant-quality dish in just 35 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the rigatoni until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Pat steak tips dry, season with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning if using.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Sear steak tips for 2-3 minutes per side until browned.
- Lower heat and add remaining butter to the skillet; stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and milk; whisk until combined and simmer gently.
- Incorporate mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, stirring until smooth. Season with Italian seasoning.
- Toss cooked rigatoni with sauce until well coated.
- Serve topped with steak tips and garnish as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 710
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg