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Creamy Cajun Beef

Creamy Cajun Beef

Discover how Creamy Cajun Beef over Penne can transform your dinner table with bold flavors and creamy textures in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or hosting guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb beef sirloin or flank steak cut into strips
  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese for extra creaminess
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • Fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water, add the penne pasta, and cook until al dente; drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, season beef strips with Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, then sear each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown; remove and let rest.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, pour in beef broth and simmer for 2 minutes; stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, mozzarella, and cream cheese until the sauce is thick and creamy.
  4. Add the cooked penne to the sauce and toss to coat; return beef strips to the skillet and stir gently, simmering for another 1-2 minutes; garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 680mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 20mg
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