Garlic Cream Steak with Rigatoni in Provolone Cream Sauce
Indulge in the rich flavors of Garlic Cream Steak with Rigatoni in Provolone Cream Sauce, a delightful dish that brings together tender beef sirloin steaks and creamy rigatoni pasta. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or special occasions, featuring a luxurious sauce made with provolone cheese and garlic that envelops the pasta beautifully. With straightforward steps, you can prepare this gourmet meal in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests. The combination of savory steak and decadent cream sauce is sure to impress everyone around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing and Saucing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (8-ounce) beef sirloin steaks, about 1-inch thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1 pound rigatoni pasta
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 8 ounces provolone cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni according to package directions until al dente; drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour to form a paste, then gradually add milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer and stir in provolone and Parmesan until melted.
- Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- For the steaks, pat dry and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sear in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 3-4 minutes per side.
- In the last minute of cooking, add minced garlic to the skillet and top each steak with mozzarella cheese; cover until melted.
- Toss rigatoni in the cream sauce before serving it topped with the garlic steak.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 850
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 49g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 140mg