Ingredients
– 12 oz penne or fusilli pasta
– 1 lb smoked sausage (Andouille or your choice), sliced
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 1 bell pepper, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
Creating Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is straightforward if you follow these easy-to-follow steps:
1. Cook Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté Sausage: In the same pot, add olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausage and set aside.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, add diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
4. Add Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juice) and chicken broth, stirring well to combine.
5. Mix in Seasoning: Add the Cajun seasoning, stirring to incorporate all the flavors.
6. Add Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Let it cook for about 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
7. Combine Everything: Return the cooked sausage to the pot along with the drained pasta. Toss everything together until well combined. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
8. Season: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
9. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley.
10. Serve: Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
By following these simple steps, you’ll create a dish that’s not only creamy and delicious but also loaded with flavors that celebrate the Cajun heritage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 580 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 25g