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Cajun Beef Linguine in Creamy Velveeta Parmesan Garlic Sauce

Cajun Beef Linguine in Creamy Velveeta Parmesan Garlic Sauce

Get ready for a bold and creamy pasta night with this Cajun Beef Linguine in Creamy Velveeta Parmesan Garlic Sauce. Juicy seared beef seasoned with smoky Cajun spices is tossed with tender linguine and coated in a silky cheese sauce made from Velveeta, Parmesan, garlic, and cream. This dish is hearty enough for a weeknight dinner yet impressive enough for guests. It’s a quick dinner idea that blends Southern Cajun flair with cheesy Italian comfort, making it perfect for easy dinner inspiration, family meals, or pasta night food ideas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Cajun, Italian-American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 720 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Pot for pasta
  • Wooden spoon
  • Chef's knife

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz linguine pasta
  • 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Season beef with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear until browned. Remove and set aside.
  • Cook linguine in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add cherry tomatoes if using.
  • Pour in heavy cream and simmer. Stir in Velveeta cubes until melted and smooth. Add Parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning.
  • Toss linguine into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed. Return beef to skillet and mix everything together.
  • Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.

Notes

For extra spice, add crushed red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce. To keep leftovers creamy, stir in a splash of milk or cream when reheating.

Nutrition

Calories: 720kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 42gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 950mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 18IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 22mg
Keyword Cajun beef linguine, Comfort Food, easy pasta, quick dinner
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