Description
Indulge in the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine with this hearty and creamy pasta dish. Smoked sausage adds a rich and smoky element to the Alfredo sauce, while Cajun seasoning brings a spicy kick to every bite.
Ingredients
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For the Pasta:
- 12 oz (340 g) spiral pasta (e.g. cavatappi or rotini)
For the Sauce:
- 14 oz (400 g) smoked sausage, sliced (e.g. Andouille or kielbasa)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In a large skillet, brown the sausage in olive oil. Add garlic, heavy cream, Parmesan, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Combine: Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
- You can adjust the spice level by increasing or decreasing the amount of Cajun seasoning used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg