Cajun Steak Tips with Cheesy Parmesan Twisted Pasta
Cajun Steak Tips with Cheesy Parmesan Twisted Pasta is a sensational dish that beautifully combines bold Cajun flavors with creamy, cheesy pasta. This quick and satisfying meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, guaranteed to impress family and friends alike. The tender steak tips, seasoned with zesty spices, pair perfectly with the luscious twisted pasta enveloped in a rich cheese sauce. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy meal at home, this dish promises to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing, Boiling
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak tips
- 12 oz twisted pasta (rotini or fusilli)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook twisted pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear steak tips with olive oil and butter until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and milk; stir in cream cheese until smooth.
- Lower heat; mix in Parmesan and mozzarella until thickened. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Combine cooked pasta with sauce and toss well.
- Serve topped with seared steak tips and garnish with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 370g)
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg