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Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta

Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta That Will Spice Up Your Dinner

This creamy Cajun sausage pasta combines zesty spices with rich creaminess, making it an unforgettable comfort food delight.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound cooked sausage sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups pasta of your choice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium bell pepper diced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust for spice level
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • medium pot
  • Cutting Board
  • knife

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Heat a large pot with olive oil and prepare your ingredients.
  2. Sauté the sliced sausage for about 5-7 minutes until golden and caramelized.
  3. Add the diced bell peppers and onions; sauté until soft, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Incorporate the minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and thyme, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, simmering for 4-5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Cook pasta in a separate pot according to package instructions, usually 8-10 minutes.
  7. Combine the cooked pasta with the creamy sauce, tossing gently for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with chopped parsley or green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 22gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of cayenne pepper.

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