Savory Cajun Steak Tips with Cheesy Penne Parmesan Sauce
A comforting dish featuring tender steak tips in a rich and creamy Parmesan sauce served over al dente penne pasta, infused with Cajun spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef steak (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the steak with Cajun seasoning.
- Sear the steak tips in a skillet until browned and cooked to your liking, then set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about a minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer, then stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
- Toss cooked pasta with the cheesy sauce and steak until evenly coated.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Pairs well with a fresh green salad or garlic bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg