Bold and creamy Cajun Steak Tips Rigatoni featuring tender steak bites, spicy Cajun seasoning, and cheesy Parmesan sauce for a hearty skillet meal.

1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak tips

2 cups rigatoni pasta

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

2 tbsp butter

1 tbsp olive oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 tsp Cajun seasoning

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional: 1/2 cup mozzarella or Fontina

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1. Season steak tips with Cajun spice, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet; sear steak until browned. Remove.

3. Cook rigatoni until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.

4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic.

5. Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.

6. Stir in Parmesan and optional mozzarella until smooth.

7. Combine pasta and sauce; loosen with pasta water if needed.

8. Fold in steak tips before serving.

9. Top with Parmesan and parsley.

For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.

Serve immediately for the best texture.

Avoid freezing as the sauce may separate.