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Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni

Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni
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Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni is a comforting and indulgent dish featuring tender, juicy steak tips glazed in a rich garlic butter sauce paired with creamy, cheesy rigatoni pasta. This meal combines bold savory flavors with smooth, velvety textures, making it perfect for cozy weeknights or impressing guests with an easy-to-prepare yet flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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Steak and Garlic Butter

  • 1 lb well-marbled sirloin or filet mignon steak tips
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Cheesy Rigatoni

  • 12 oz rigatoni pasta
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Garnish and Seasoning

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Additional salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the rigatoni: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside, reserving about 1/4 cup of pasta water for the sauce if needed.
  2. Cook the steak tips: Pat the steak tips dry and season generously with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and add minced garlic, cooking until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add the steak tips and sear for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to your desired doneness. Remove the steak tips from the skillet and let them rest.
  3. Make the garlic butter sauce: In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and sauté additional garlic until fragrant for extra richness. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously, and cook until it thickens slightly. Reduce heat and gradually add shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, and cheddar cheeses, stirring continuously until the sauce is smooth and the cheese is fully melted.
  4. Combine pasta and steak: Toss the cooked rigatoni into the creamy cheese sauce until thoroughly coated. Slice the rested steak tips into bite-sized pieces and add back to the skillet. Gently mix everything together to combine flavors evenly.
  5. Finish and garnish: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately while warm and cheesy.

Notes

  • Choose quality beef such as well-marbled sirloin or filet mignon for best tenderness and flavor.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when searing steak tips; cook in batches if needed to avoid steaming.
  • Use freshly grated cheese for a smoother, better-melting sauce.
  • Reserve pasta water to loosen the cheese sauce if it becomes too thick.
  • Allow steak to rest after cooking to redistribute juices and maintain tenderness.

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Keywords: garlic butter steak tips, cheesy rigatoni, creamy pasta, steak dinner, comfort food, easy weeknight meal

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