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Creamy Garlic Butter Steak Rigatoni

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Indulge in tender steak bites tossed with rigatoni pasta in a rich, creamy garlic butter sauce for a comforting and flavorful Italian-inspired meal.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz rigatoni pasta
  • 12 oz sirloin steak, sliced into strips
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rigatoni pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season steak strips with salt and pepper.
  3. Add the steak to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked to desired doneness. Remove steak from skillet and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  6. Add crushed red pepper flakes if using, then return the steak strips to the skillet.
  7. Toss in the cooked rigatoni pasta and mix until well coated with the creamy garlic butter sauce.
  8. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, garnish with freshly grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of red chili flakes. Serve with a side salad or garlic bread.

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