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Cajun Sausage Pasta

A creamy, one-pan dish featuring smoky sausage and zesty Cajun spices, perfect for a cozy family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sausage
  • 12 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
  • 1 lb smoked sausage (sliced)
Vegetables
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 1 bell pepper (chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil For cooking

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned.
  2. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes and Cajun seasoning; bring to a simmer.
  4. Add the pasta and enough water to cover it. Cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  5. Reduce heat, stir in the heavy cream and cheese, and mix until cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Notes

Serve with freshly chopped parsley and crusty bread. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for about 2 months. Reheat with a splash of cream or broth for best results. Adjust spice level and consider swapping ingredients for variations.