Cajun Sausage Pasta: Easy and Flavorful Weeknight Delight
Discover the rich and spicy flavors of Cajun Sausage Pasta, perfect for a quick weeknight meal that delights the senses.
- 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
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound Cajun sausage, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add sausage.
- Cook until browned, then add bell pepper and onion; sauté until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and Cajun seasoning, mixing well.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and season with salt before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, consider adding diced jalapeños.
- Leftovers can be reheated for a quick lunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
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