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Best Garlic Butter Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni (Easy Dinner)

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Juicy garlic butter steak tips served over creamy, cheesy rigatoni. This quick and comforting weeknight dinner comes together in under 30 minutes with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds sirloin steak tips (or beef tenderloin tips, cut into 1-inch cubes)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 12 ounces rigatoni pasta
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Mince garlic, chop parsley, shred cheddar, and cut sirloin tips into uniform 1-inch cubes. Pat beef dry with paper towels and season with kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni according to package directions until al dente. Before draining, reserve 1 cup of pasta water. Drain pasta (do not rinse) and toss with a drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking.
  3. Sear the steak tips: Heat a large cast-iron skillet over high heat. Add olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter. Once butter melts and foams, add steak tips in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Sear undisturbed for 3 minutes, then flip and sear for another 2 minutes for medium-rare. Remove steak tips to a plate.
  4. Make the garlic butter sauce: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add remaining 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and stir constantly for 30-45 seconds until fragrant. Scrape up any brown bits from the pan. Pour garlic butter over the steak tips and toss to coat.
  5. Prepare the cheesy rigatoni: In the same pot used for pasta (or a separate saucepan), melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly pour in milk while whisking. Continue whisking until mixture thickens, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar, garlic powder, and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water. Whisk until smooth. Add more pasta water if needed. Season with salt and pepper. Fold in cooked rigatoni.
  6. Assemble and serve: Divide cheesy rigatoni between plates. Top with garlic butter steak tips and drizzle any remaining garlic butter over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat beef dry for a good sear. Let pan get screaming hot before adding steak. Do not move steak while searing. Use fresh garlic, not jarred. Shred your own cheese for smooth melting. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.

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