Ingredients
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Ingredients
For the Cajun Steak
- 1 lb (450 g) sirloin steak, cut into strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Ā½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Creamy Alfredo Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
For the Pasta
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta (or your favorite pasta)
- 1 tablespoon salt (for pasta water)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
1.Ā Prepare the Steak
- In a bowl, mixĀ olive oil,Ā Cajun seasoning,Ā garlic powder,Ā paprika,Ā salt, andĀ pepper.
- Coat theĀ steak stripsĀ evenly with the spice mixture.
- Heat aĀ large skilletĀ over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
- Sear the steak strips forĀ 2-3 minutesĀ per side until they are cooked to your desired level of doneness. Set aside.
2.Ā Cook the Pasta
- Bring aĀ large pot of salted waterĀ to a boil.
- Cook theĀ fettuccineĀ according to package instructions untilĀ al dente.
- Drain and set aside, reservingĀ Ā½ cup of pasta water.
3.Ā Make the Alfredo Sauce
- In the same skillet used for the steak, addĀ butterĀ andĀ minced garlic. SautĆ© until fragrant.
- Pour inĀ heavy creamĀ andĀ chicken broth, stirring well.
- Gradually whisk in theĀ Parmesan cheeseĀ until the sauce is smooth.
- Stir inĀ Cajun seasoningĀ andĀ cream cheese, allowing it to melt into the sauce.
4.Ā Combine and Serve
- Add theĀ cooked pastaĀ to the Alfredo sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Add theĀ steak strips, mixing gently.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reservedĀ pasta waterĀ until the desired consistency is reached.
- Garnish withĀ fresh parsleyĀ and serve immediately.