Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni
INGREDIENTS:
. 12 oz rigatoni pasta
. 1 lb steak tips, cut into bite-sized pieces
. 3 tablespoons butter, divided
. 2 tablespoons olive oil
. 4 cloves garlic, minced
. 1 teaspoon garlic powder
. Salt and black pepper, to taste
. 1 cup heavy cream
. 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
. ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
. ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
. Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
DIRECTIONS:
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Add rigatoni and cook until al dente, following package instructions.
3. Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Sear the Steak Tips
1. Season steak tips with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add steak tips in batches, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your desired doneness.
4. Remove steak tips and set aside.
Step 3: Prepare the Garlic Butter Sauce
1. Reduce heat to medium and melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the same skillet.
2. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4: Make the Creamy Sauce
1. Pour in heavy cream and sprinkle in Italian seasoning.
2. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
3. Mix in mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, stirring until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Step 5: Combine and Serve
1. Return cooked rigatoni to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
2. Add seared steak tips, stirring gently to combine.
3. Drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of butter and toss until melted.
4. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.