Description
A hearty dish featuring savory garlic butter steak bites served over creamy cheesy rigatoni.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 8 oz (225g) rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (like Parmesan or cheddar)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onions
- 1/4 cup chopped spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Start by boiling a large pot of water. Add a pinch of salt and the rigatoni. Cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the pasta and set it aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until they become soft and translucent.
- Pour in the heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Gradually add the shredded cheese, stirring until melted and creamy. If using, add chopped spinach for extra flavor and color.
- Combine the cooked rigatoni with the sauce and mix until the pasta is well coated. Set aside.
- In another skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
- Season the steak pieces with salt and pepper. Once the butter is bubbling, add the steak bites to the skillet in a single layer.
- Cook for about 3-4 minutes, turning to brown them on all sides.
- Add the minced garlic in the last minute of cooking. Ensure you don’t burn the garlic as it can turn bitter.
- Once the steak bites are done, serve them over the creamy cheesy rigatoni.
- Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of color and flavor. Enjoy your meal!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat on low heat, adding a bit of cream or water if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg