Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water over high heat. Add rigatoni and cook for 10-12 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rigatoni.
- Season the sirloin steak with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add chopped onion and diced bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in canned diced tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes until the tomatoes burst.
- Lower heat and add heavy cream, stirring until smooth. Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Return the seared steak to the skillet and coat it with the sauce for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Add drained rigatoni to the skillet, stirring to coat with sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition
Notes
Reheat leftovers gently with cream or reserved pasta water to maintain creaminess.
