Description
Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage is a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp and spicy sausage in a rich, creamy sauce, all tossed with perfectly cooked pasta. This comforting meal is ideal for cozy nights or festive gatherings, offering a burst of flavor that will impress your guests. Easy to prepare and versatile with ingredients, it promises to be an unforgettable culinary experience. Gather your ingredients and let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces Andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the sausage until browned. Add onion and bell peppers; cook until softened.
- Stir in shrimp, garlic, and Cajun seasoning; cook until shrimp turns pink (about 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Toss in the cooked pasta; mix well to combine. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve hot with grated Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg