Cajun Sausage Pasta: A Hearty and Easy Family Favorite Recipe
Cajun Sausage Pasta is a flavorful and satisfying dish that’s perfect for families. This easy recipe combines spicy sausage with pasta for a delicious meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Meat-based
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound Cajun sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped sausage and cook until browned.
- Add the bell pepper, onion, and garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning and diced tomatoes. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and mix well. Add the cooked pasta and shredded cheese. Stir until the cheese melts.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For more spice, use hot sausage instead of mild.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like zucchini or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 900 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
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