Description

This Cheesy Garlic Butter Steak with Rigatoni in Four-Cheese Sauce is a creamy, dreamy meal that combines the comfort of pasta with steakhouse flair. Each bite features juicy steak seared in garlic butter and tender rigatoni soaked in a velvety blend of mozzarella, parmesan, gouda, and cream cheese. Whether you’re after dinner ideas, quick indulgent meals, or elevated comfort food, this easy recipe is perfect for busy nights or cozy weekends. Full of bold flavors, this dish delivers big-time satisfaction.

Ingredients

12 ounces rigatoni pasta

1 pound steak (ribeye, sirloin, or filet), cubed

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

1/3 cup cream cheese

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/3 cup shredded gouda cheese

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)

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Instructions

1. Bring a pot of salted water to boil and cook rigatoni until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain.

2. Pat steak cubes dry, season with salt and pepper.

3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear steak in batches for 1–2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

4. Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter in the same skillet, then sauté minced garlic until fragrant.

5. Pour in heavy cream and add cream cheese. Stir until melted.

6. Gradually add parmesan, mozzarella, and gouda. Stir until smooth and creamy.

7. Toss cooked rigatoni into the cheese sauce. Use reserved pasta water to loosen sauce if needed.

8. Plate pasta and top with garlic butter steak bites.

9. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Use freshly grated cheese for a smoother melt and richer flavor.

Avoid overcooking the steak—sear quickly for juicy, tender bites.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet, Boiled
Cuisine: Italian American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 720
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 42g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 38g
Cholesterol: 125mg