Description
Cajun Sausage Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish that combines spicy sausage and vibrant vegetables for a quick weeknight meal that delights the senses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb Cajun sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced Cajun sausage and sauté until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3. Add chopped onions and bell peppers to the skillet; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- 4. Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 5. Lower the heat and add heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese; stir until combined and creamy.
- 6. Toss cooked pasta into the skillet, ensuring it’s well coated with sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg