Cajun Steak Tips with Creamy Rigatoni

Cajun Steak Tips with Creamy Rigatoni

This Cajun Steak Tips with Creamy Rigatoni recipe is the perfect dish when you want a quick but restaurant-quality meal. Using Schweid & Sons Cajun Style Tri-Tip Blend Marinated Steak Tips, you can save time prepping your protein while still getting a flavor-packed dinner. This steak and pasta dish is ideal when you need a hearty meal that is both filling, comforting, and something the whole family will love. 

 

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Prep Time

10-15

Cook Time

30

Servings

2-3

Serves

2

  • 1 Pack Schweid & Sons Cajun Style Tri-Tip Blend

  • 12 oz Rigatoni Pasta

  • 1 Each Bell Pepper (diced)

  • 1 Each Small Onion (diced)

  • 1-2 tsp Cajun-Style Seasoning

  • 16 oz Can of Diced Tomatoes

  • 2 Tbsp Butter

  • 1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese

  • 1/4-1/2 Cup Heavy Cream

  • salt & pepper (to taste)

  • 2-3 Each Scallions

  • Extra Parmesan (optional)

  • 1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve about ½ cup pasta water, then drain.

  • 2. Build the Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of oil. Add diced bell pepper and onion and cook for 5–7 minutes, until softened. Stir in Cajun seasoning and cook for another minute until fragrant. Add diced tomatoes and simmer for 3–5 minutes. After simmering, stir in butter and parmesan. Reduce heat to low and add cream, stirring until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper as needed.

  • 3. Combine Pasta & Sauce: Add cooked rigatoni to the sauce along with a splash of reserved pasta water. Toss until the pasta is well coated and glossy. Adjust consistency with more pasta water if needed.

  • 4. Cook the Steak Tips: While the pasta finishes, heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add Schweid & Sons Cajun Style Tri-Tip Blend marinated steak tips in a single layer and cook for 3–5 minutes per side, until well-seared and cooked to your desired doneness. Remove from heat and let rest briefly.

  • 5. Serve: Divide creamy rigatoni among bowls. Top with Cajun steak tips (keeping them separate from the sauce as the star). Finish with sliced scallions and extra Parmesan if desired

  • Optional Touches: Keep the steak separate for contrast—rich pasta + bold, seared steak - Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you want extra heat - A splash of pasta water at the end keeps everything silky.

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