Cajun Pasta with Sausage
Cajun Pasta with Sausage is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Southern cuisine. This one-pot wonder combines tender pasta, spicy sausage, and colorful bell peppers, all enveloped in a creamy Cajun sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe delivers an explosion of flavors in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 12 oz smoked sausage (Andouille or similar)
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers (red and green)
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté sliced sausage until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onion and chopped bell peppers for about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Return the sausage to the skillet, mix in Cajun seasoning, then add heavy cream.
- Toss in cooked pasta, season with salt and pepper, and stir until heated through.
- Serve garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: To reduce spiciness, use less Cajun seasoning or choose a milder sausage. Add spinach or zucchini for extra veggies. For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
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