Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this recipe for Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni. Tender sirloin steak tips are seared to perfection in a garlic herb butter, then served atop creamy rigatoni pasta smothered in a decadent cheese sauce.
Ingredients
For the Steak Tips:
- 1 pound sirloin steak tips, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Cheesy Rigatoni:
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Rigatoni: Boil rigatoni until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Sear the Steak Tips: Season and sear steak tips until cooked to desired doneness. Set aside.
- Prepare the Garlic Butter: In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Toss in steak tips.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: Create a roux with butter and flour, then whisk in milk and cream. Stir in cheeses, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Combine and Serve: Mix rigatoni with cheese sauce, then top with steak tips. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- For a smokier flavor, add Worcestershire sauce to the steak while searing.
- Ribeye or strip steak can be used for extra tenderness.
- The dish can be baked for a golden topping.
