Description
A delightful dish that combines rich flavors and a creamy texture with Cajun seasoning and tender beef strips.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1 lb tender beef strips
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water, add linguine, and cook until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season beef strips with salt, pepper, and Cajun seasoning. Sear beef for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add butter, and once melted, add minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add drained linguine to the skillet with garlic butter, toss to coat. If dry, add reserved pasta water until desired consistency. Return beef to skillet, toss gently, and heat through for an additional minute.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a skillet over low heat, adding cream or reserved pasta water if needed.
- For freezing, use a freezer-safe container and consume within 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cajun, Garlic Butter, Linguine, Beef Strips, Pasta