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Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta

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A spicy and creamy pasta dish featuring shrimp and andouille sausage in a rich Cajun cream sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 ounces andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 12 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 ounces of fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced andouille sausage and cook until browned and slightly crisp, about 4-5 minutes. Remove sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter. Once melted, add chopped onion and sauté for 3 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add shrimp to the skillet, sprinkle with Cajun seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Cook shrimp until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside with sausage.
  5. Pour chicken broth into the skillet to deglaze, scraping up browned bits. Let simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly. Add heavy cream, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add shrimp and sausage back into the skillet. Toss in cooked pasta, mixing well to coat all strands. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time if sauce is too thick.
  7. Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top and serve immediately.

Notes

Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Use quality andouille sausage for authentic smoky flavor. Adjust Cajun seasoning gradually to control heat. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta; for dairy-free, substitute cream with coconut milk and Parmesan with vegan cheese.

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Keywords: Cajun shrimp pasta, creamy pasta, spicy pasta, shrimp and sausage pasta, easy dinner, Cajun seasoning, andouille sausage

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