Savory Cajun Steak Tips with Cheesy Penne Parmesan Sauce
A hearty and indulgent dish that combines tender steak tips with creamy, cheesy penne pasta, infused with the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Meat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound steak tips
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, coat the steak tips generously with Cajun seasoning.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned steak tips and cook until browned and done to your liking, roughly 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked penne to the sauce along with the steak tips, tossing gently to combine.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Make sure to check that the steak tips are cut evenly for consistent cooking. Adjust Cajun seasoning to your spice tolerance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg