Garlic Butter Steak Tips & Cheesy Rigatoni Feast
is a mouthwatering, indulgent meal that combines two hearty favorites into one unforgettable dish. Tender, juicy steak tips are seared to perfection in a rich garlic butter sauce, infusing them with a savory, aromatic flavor that is both comforting and satisfying. The steak tips are cooked just right—crispy on the outside and tender on the inside—creating a perfect balance of textures.
The steak is paired with cheesy rigatoni, a pasta dish that features thick, ridged tubes of pasta coated in a creamy, cheesy sauce, often made with a blend of mozzarella, parmesan, and a hint of garlic. The rigatoni soaks up the sauce, creating a rich, velvety texture that complements the savory steak.
This combination of garlic butter steak tips and cheesy rigatoni brings together bold, rich flavors with creamy comfort, making it a perfect feast for special occasions, family dinners, or whenever you want a satisfying, flavorful meal that is sure to impress.
Tender steak tips bathed in garlic butter meet creamy, cheesy rigatoni in this decadent, flavor-packed dish. Comfort food just reached a whole new level of indulgence!
Ingredients 
For the Steak Tips:
1 lb steak tips (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces 
2 tbsp olive oil 
3 cloves garlic, minced 
2 tbsp unsalted butter 
1 tsp smoked paprika 
1/2 tsp cracked black pepper 
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped 
For the Cheesy Rigatoni:
12 oz rigatoni pasta 
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour 
2 cups whole milk 
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions 
Boil rigatoni in salted water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Season steak tips with smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear steak tips for 2–3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your liking.
Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic and butter, and cook for another minute until the butter is melted and garlic is fragrant.
Remove steak tips from the skillet, keeping the butter sauce in the pan.
In a separate saucepan, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute while whisking.
Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
Add mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
Toss the cooked rigatoni in the cheese sauce until fully coated.
Plate the pasta and top with the garlic butter steak tips. Drizzle any leftover butter sauce from the skillet over the dish for extra flavor.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately for a rich and satisfying me
