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Steak & Blue Cheese Rigatoni Bake

Steak & Blue Cheese Rigatoni Bake: A Cozy Comfort Dish

Enjoy a rich and creamy Steak & Blue Cheese Rigatoni Bake that turns any evening into a comforting culinary experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Rigatoni Pasta Can substitute with penne, ziti, or cavatappi.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Use extra virgin for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 lb Steak (Sirloin or Ribeye) Choose well-marbled cuts for maximum tenderness.
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots are a fine substitute if you prefer.
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Feel free to use any color you like.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves are preferred, but minced garlic will work.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half or a milk-Greek yogurt mix can lighten it up.
  • 4 oz Blue Cheese Adjust the quantity for milder tones.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Replace with fresh oregano using three times the amount.
  • to taste Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly cracked is always best.
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Opt for low-moisture mozzarella for the best crust.
  • to taste Fresh Parsley Optional but highly recommended.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add rigatoni, and cook for 10-12 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sear the Steak: Heat olive oil in a large skillet, add bite-sized steak pieces, and sear for 3-4 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: Add onion and bell pepper to the skillet, sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Onions should be translucent.
  4. Create the Sauce: Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Reduce heat, add heavy cream, blue cheese, oregano, salt, and black pepper, cooking until thick.
  5. Combine and Coat: Return seared steak and cooked rigatoni to the skillet, toss to coat in the sauce.
  6. Bake the Dish: Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish, top with mozzarella cheese, and bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes until golden.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Let cool for a few minutes, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 36gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Expert tips include using quality steak for tenderness and allowing it to rest after searing. Avoid curdling the cream by cooking gently.

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