Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta
Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is a soul-satisfying dish that combines the richness of cream with the bold flavors of Cajun spices and savory sausage. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, delivering a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will transport you straight to Louisiana. With just one pot needed and minimal prep time, you can enjoy a comforting meal that’s bursting with flavor in no time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 12 oz smoked sausage or Andouille, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced sausage until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add bell peppers and garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Pour in heavy cream and Cajun seasoning; simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Return the sausage to the skillet, add drained pasta, and mix well. Gradually stir in reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg