Cajun Steak Tips with Penne in Creamy Parmesan Cheese Sauce
Cajun Steak Tips with Penne in Creamy Parmesan Cheese Sauce is a delightful dish that marries bold Cajun flavors with tender steak tips and a luxuriously creamy sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, bringing together hearty penne pasta and a rich blend of cheeses that create a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak tips
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve some cooking water.
- Season the steak tips with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear the steak tips in a skillet with olive oil until browned. Remove from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic, then add heavy cream, milk, and cream cheese. Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted.
- Combine the drained penne with the sauce, then return the steak tips to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg