Description
A delightful and savory Cajun sausage pasta dish that combines bold flavors with creamy goodness. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 12 oz smoked sausage (sliced)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 1 bell pepper (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your chosen pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about a cup of pasta water before draining.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced smoked sausage and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until golden brown.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Sauté until soft and translucent—about 4-5 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes along with their juices. Let this simmer for about 3 minutes. Reduce heat and add the heavy cream, stirring continuously.
- Add Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir in the sautéed sausage and let it cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Mix in the drained pasta, tossing everything together until well coated in the creamy sauce. Stir in the shredded cheese until melted.
- Plate your pasta, garnishing with fresh parsley and an extra sprinkle of cheese. Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice level to your liking. This dish is versatile and can easily be customized!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Cajun, pasta, sausage, comfort food, quick dinner