Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Cooking Steps
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While the pasta cooks, pat the steak cubes dry and toss them with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove steak from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and the remaining 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and let it bubble gently for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.
- Return the seared steak to the skillet and stir to combine. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
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Notes
Tip 1: For the best results, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese. It melts much better than pre-shredded varieties and creates a smoother sauce.
Tip 2: Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the steak. Cook in batches if necessary to ensure each piece gets a nice, brown crust.
Tip 3: The reserved pasta water is starchy and helps the sauce cling to the pasta beautifully. Add a little at a time until you reach the perfect consistency.
Tip 2: Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the steak. Cook in batches if necessary to ensure each piece gets a nice, brown crust.
Tip 3: The reserved pasta water is starchy and helps the sauce cling to the pasta beautifully. Add a little at a time until you reach the perfect consistency.
