Description
Creamy Cajun shrimp pasta with sausage is a delightful fusion of flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to Louisiana. This quick and easy dish features succulent shrimp, smoky sausage, and a rich, velvety sauce enveloping perfectly cooked pasta. In just under 30 minutes, you can create an unforgettable meal that impresses family and friends alike. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 oz Andouille sausage (sliced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions; reserve some pasta water.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sliced sausage until browned (about 5-6 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, chopped onion, and bell pepper; sauté until onions are translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Incorporate shrimp and Cajun seasoning; cook until shrimp are pink (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened (5 minutes).
- Combine pasta with sauce and Parmesan cheese; mix well and adjust consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 240mg