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Spicy Vodka Rigatoni with Seared Steak Bites

Creamy spicy vodka rigatoni tossed with perfectly seared steak bites for a bold, restaurant-style pasta dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 640
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 1 lb rigatoni pasta
Steak
  • 1.5 lb sirloin steak cubed
  • 1.5 tsp salt divided
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
Vodka Sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1.5 tsp red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 0.5 cup vodka
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Chef’s knife

Method
 

  1. Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve pasta water and drain.
  2. Season steak cubes with salt and pepper.
  3. Sear steak in hot olive oil until browned. Add butter, baste, and remove from pan.
  4. In same pan, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
  5. Add tomato paste and red pepper flakes; cook until aromatic.
  6. Deglaze pan with vodka and reduce slightly.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until smooth.
  8. Add pasta and pasta water as needed. Fold in steak and serve.

Notes

Adjust spice level by reducing or increasing red pepper flakes.