Creamy Cajun Pasta
Indulge in the richness of creamy Cajun pasta, where al dente noodles meet a spicy, velvety sauce. This dish is perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to gatherings with friends, guaranteed to impress with its bold flavors and vibrant appearance. With just a handful of ingredients and easy preparation steps, you’ll create a memorable meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Sauté Veggies: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add garlic and red bell pepper; sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Prepare the Cream Sauce: Lower heat, add heavy cream and Cajun seasoning. Simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss drained pasta into the sauce, mixing well to coat. Add reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Finish with Cheese: Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Season to taste.
- Garnish & Serve: Top with chopped green onions before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg