Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Steak & Blue Cheese Rigatoni Bake, the ultimate comfort food for any occasion. This creamy pasta dish combines tender steak, a luscious blue cheese sauce, and a crispy mozzarella topping that will impress both family and guests alike. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a go-to choice for satisfying cravings. Whether served with a side salad or garlic bread, this hearty rigatoni bake promises to be a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 medium bell pepper (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook rigatoni until al dente (10-12 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and sear steak pieces until browned on all sides (3-4 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Sauté diced onion and bell pepper in the same skillet until softened (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Lower heat, stir in heavy cream, then add blue cheese, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook until melted and slightly thickened.
- Return the steak to the skillet along with the cooked rigatoni; mix well to coat.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 515
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg