Description
A creamy Cajun pasta loaded with shrimp, andouille sausage, and vibrant vegetables for a bold and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb linguine or fettuccine pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet and brown sausage; remove and set aside.
- Sauté onion and bell peppers until softened, then add garlic.
- Cook shrimp until pink, then remove from skillet.
- Add diced tomatoes, cream, and Cajun seasoning; simmer briefly.
- Return sausage and shrimp to skillet.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to coat in sauce.
- Stir in parsley and Parmesan cheese, then serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning for desired spice level.
- Add a splash of pasta water if sauce gets too thick.
- Substitute shrimp with chicken if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes