Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with our Steak & Blue Cheese Rigatoni Bake. This indulgent dish combines tender steak and creamy blue cheese sauce enveloped in perfectly cooked rigatoni, all topped with a golden mozzarella crust that adds a delightful crunch. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a special gathering, this recipe is sure to wow your guests. Easy to prepare with straightforward steps, it’s perfect for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs alike. Customize it to your liking by adding your choice of vegetables or adjusting the cheese levels. Enjoy a hearty meal that’s comforting and satisfying!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook rigatoni until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Sear steak in olive oil until browned; remove from skillet.
- Sauté onion and bell pepper until softened, then add garlic.
- Stir in heavy cream, blue cheese, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook until thickened.
- Combine steak and rigatoni with the sauce; transfer to a greased baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella cheese; bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the bake (approximately 295g)
- Calories: 564
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg