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Cajun Cheesy Rigatoni

Cajun Cheesy Rigatoni

Discover the ultimate comfort food with Cheesy Rigatoni and Creamy Cajun Steak Tips! A rich blend of Italian pasta and spicy Cajun flavors, perfect for any dinner table. Cajun Cheesy Rigatoni is a must-try recipe for a memorable meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 750
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lb rigatoni pasta
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste salt and black pepper
  • to garnish fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Tongs or a slotted spoon
  • Wooden spoon or sturdy spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Pat steak cubes dry and coat well with Cajun seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear steak in batches for 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. While steak rests, boil salted water and cook rigatoni until al dente, saving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  4. In the same pot, melt butter and cook garlic for about 60 seconds, then add cream and chicken broth, whisking to combine.
  5. Incorporate softened cream cheese into the mixture until smooth.
  6. Reduce heat, whisk in shredded cheeses until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Add cooked rigatoni and seared steak to the sauce, tossing until everything is coated. Adjust the consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 750kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 45gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 1100mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Let cream cheese soften before adding to avoid lumps in the sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days; reheat with a splash of milk to maintain creaminess. Feel free to substitute steak with chicken or use different pasta shapes as needed.
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