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Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta


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  • Author: Maya Thornwell
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

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

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet and brown sausage; remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté onion and bell peppers until softened, then add garlic.
  4. Cook shrimp until pink, then remove from skillet.
  5. Add diced tomatoes, cream, and Cajun seasoning; simmer briefly.
  6. Return sausage and shrimp to skillet.
  7. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat in sauce.
  8. 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