Garlic Butter Steak Rigatoni (Easy & Creamy Family Favorite)
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring tender steak, garlic butter sauce, and perfectly cooked rigatoni, ideal for a satisfying family meal.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 12 oz rigatoni
Meat
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cubed
Oils & Fats
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
Garlic & Dairy
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings & Garnishes
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Optional
- sautéed mushrooms or spinach sautéed mushrooms or spinach (Optional)
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sear seasoned steak until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Melt butter in the same skillet, add garlic, and cook until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream, scraping browned bits, and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then add cooked rigatoni, tossing to coat. Add reserved pasta water if needed.
- Rest steak briefly, then add back to skillet with parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
Use high-quality steak for best flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste.