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Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni

Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni

Savor the vibrant flavors of bite-sized steak tips sautéed in garlic butter and served over creamy rigatoni, making for a comforting and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak Tips
  • 1 pound sirloin steak or ribeye Cut into bite-sized pieces, other cuts can be used if preferred.
  • 4 tablespoons garlic butter For sautéing the steak tips.
For the Cheesy Rigatoni
  • 12 ounces rigatoni pasta Substitute with penne if necessary.
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese Freshly shredded for better melting.
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese To smooth out the cheese sauce.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Adds savory depth.
  • 2 cups milk For the cheese sauce.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the steak into bite-sized pieces and season lightly.
  2. Cook the rigatoni according to the package instructions until al dente.
Cooking the Steak
  1. In a large pan, heat the garlic butter over medium-high heat until melted.
  2. Add the steak pieces to the pan and cook until they are browned and cooked to desired doneness, approximately 3-5 minutes.
Making the Cheese Sauce
  1. In a saucepan, combine the milk and cheeses over medium heat.
  2. Stir constantly until the cheeses melt and the sauce is smooth. Avoid overheating to prevent the sauce from becoming grainy.
Combining
  1. Drain the rigatoni and return it to the pot.
  2. Pour the cheese sauce over the rigatoni and stir to combine evenly.
  3. Serve the steak tips on top or mixed in with the pasta.

Notes

Best served immediately for optimal taste. Refrigerate leftovers promptly and consume within 3-4 days. Reheating may affect texture.