Description
Cajun Sausage Pasta is a delicious and spicy dish that combines the flavors of Cajun seasoning with hearty sausage and pasta for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned.
- Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning and cook for another minute.
- Add the diced tomatoes and heavy cream; stir to combine.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Mix in the cooked pasta and toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cajun Sausage Pasta, Spicy Pasta, Dinner Recipe, Cajun Cuisine