Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs sirloin steak tips, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 tbsp butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 lb rigatoni pasta
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Step 1: Season steak tips generously with salt, pepper, oregano. Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak tips and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked to your desired doneness (about 5-7 minutes). Remove steak tips from skillet and set aside.
- Step 2: Add remaining 2 tbsp butter to the skillet. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic. Stir in chopped parsley.
- Step 3: Cook rigatoni according to package directions. Drain pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Step 4: Add cooked rigatoni to the skillet with the garlic butter. Stir in heavy cream and 1/2 cup of reserved pasta water. Cook until sauce slightly thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
- Step 5: Stir in mozzarella cheese until melted and creamy. Add the cooked steak tips to the pasta and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For reheating, add a splash of pasta water or cream to prevent the sauce from drying out.
- Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the delicious garlic butter sauce.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when browning the steak; cook in batches for optimal sear and even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American