Description
Savor the bold flavors of Spicy Cajun Steak Mozzarella Alfredo Pasta, where creamy Alfredo sauce envelops fettuccine pasta and tender Cajun-seasoned steak. This dish is a delightful fusion of spice and comfort, perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. With easy-to-find ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a crowd-pleaser that brings warmth to your table.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb flank steak
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine: Bring a pot of salted water to boil, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Marinate steak: Mix Cajun seasoning with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the flank steak with the marinade and let sit for 30 minutes.
- Sear steak: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add marinated steak, and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until desired doneness. Let rest before slicing.
- Make Alfredo sauce: In the same skillet, lower heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add heavy cream while stirring.
- Add cheeses: Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted into the creamy sauce.
- Combine: Toss cooked fettuccine with the Alfredo sauce and sliced steak until evenly coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 115mg