Cajun Steak Tips with Cheesy Parmesan Bowtie Pasta
Cajun Steak Tips with Cheesy Parmesan Bowtie Pasta is a tantalizing dish that marries the bold zest of Cajun spices with the creamy comfort of cheesy pasta. This quick and satisfying meal, ready in under 30 minutes, features tender steak tips seared to perfection and enveloped in a rich sauce made from heavy cream, cream cheese, and two kinds of cheese, creating a delightful contrast to the al dente bowtie pasta. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this dish promises to impress with its vibrant flavors and comforting textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak tips
- 12 oz bowtie pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and sear steak tips seasoned with Cajun spices for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
- Lower heat and add heavy cream, whole milk, and cream cheese to the skillet; stir until combined.
- Gradually mix in Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses until melted.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, then add steak tips back in; stir gently until combined and heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 135mg