Steak and Shrimp Alfredo (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Steak

01 - 2 whole ribeye steaks, cut into cubes
02 - 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
03 - Melted beef tallow as needed

→ Shrimp

04 - 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
05 - 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
06 - Melted beef tallow as needed

→ Alfredo Pasta

07 - 16 ounces penne pasta
08 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
09 - 1/2 cup freshly grated Romano cheese
10 - 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
11 - Fresh chives, chopped for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - In one bowl, toss the cubed ribeye with beef tallow and Cajun seasoning until well coated. In another bowl, do the same with the shrimp, coating them evenly with tallow and seasoning.
02 - Fire up your grill to high heat, around 400°F. Make sure the grates are clean and ready for cooking.
03 - Place the seasoned steak cubes on the hot grill and cook for 3-4 minutes, turning as needed to get a nice sear on all sides. Cook to your preferred doneness, then remove and let rest.
04 - Heat a cast iron skillet on the grill with a bit of beef tallow. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
05 - Cook the penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Before draining, save about 2 ounces of the starchy pasta water. Drain the pasta and set aside.
06 - Place the room temperature butter in the center of your serving bowl and flatten it out. Add the hot pasta on top and toss it around to melt the butter and coat the noodles.
07 - Sprinkle the Romano and Parmesan cheeses over the pasta, then add the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until you get a silky, creamy sauce that coats each noodle.
08 - Top the creamy pasta with the grilled steak and shrimp. Sprinkle with fresh chopped chives for color and flavor, then serve immediately while everything is hot.

# Notes:

01 - This recipe combines the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning with rich, creamy alfredo for the ultimate surf and turf pasta.
02 - Using beef tallow adds incredible flavor to both the steak and shrimp, but you can substitute with olive oil if needed.
03 - The pasta water is key to creating a smooth, silky alfredo sauce that clings perfectly to the noodles.
04 - Grilling gives the proteins a smoky flavor that pairs beautifully with the creamy pasta.

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