Description
Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage is a tantalizing dish that combines succulent shrimp and smoky sausage in a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests, this recipe promises a burst of flavors that will elevate your pasta night. With colorful veggies and a hint of spice, this creamy masterpiece is quick to prepare and sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz Andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté sausage until browned.
- Add bell peppers and onions; cook until softened.
- Stir in shrimp and cook until pink (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and Cajun seasoning; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce; toss with Parmesan cheese and herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: Substitute chicken for shrimp or add extra vegetables like zucchini. Adjust the spice level by using less Cajun seasoning for milder flavor.