Description
A bold and creamy comfort meal that combines Cajun-spiced steak with cheesy Alfredo tortellini — all ready in just 30 minutes! This dish is perfect when you’re craving an indulgent but easy dinner. It’s a flavorful blend of juicy steak, rich sauce, and satisfying pasta — ideal for dinner ideas, quick comfort food, or a cozy weekend indulgence. Whether you’re looking for a hearty weeknight dinner, easy recipe inspiration, or crowd-pleasing food ideas, this one delivers.
Ingredients
2 steaks (sirloin or ribeye)
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons butter (for searing)
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups cheese tortellini
1 cup Alfredo sauce
2 tablespoons butter (for sauce)
1 cup heavy cream (if making sauce from scratch)
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Pat the steaks dry, season both sides with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let sit at room temp for 15–20 minutes.
2. Boil a pot of salted water. Cook tortellini per package instructions. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
3. Heat a skillet over medium-high. Add 1 tablespoon butter and sear steak 3–4 minutes per side or until desired doneness. Rest the steak.
4. In the same pan, lower heat. Add 2 tablespoons butter and garlic. Stir 1 minute until fragrant. Spoon over the steak.
5. Warm Alfredo sauce in a pan or make from scratch using butter, cream, and Parmesan. Stir until creamy and smooth.
6. Add cooked tortellini to sauce. Toss gently to coat. Use pasta water to thin if needed.
7. Slice steak. Plate with pasta. Drizzle with garlic butter and sprinkle with parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melt and flavor in your Alfredo.
Letting the steak rest after cooking makes it extra juicy and tender.
If the Alfredo sauce thickens too much, add a splash of pasta water to bring it back to life.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 785
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 47g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: steak pasta, cheesy Alfredo, Cajun recipe, easy dinner, comfort food, quick meals