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Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Sausage

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Ingredients

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For the Pasta

  • 8 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound smoked sausage, sliced (such as Andouille)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

Cook the Pasta

  1. Boil the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Prepare the Sauce

  1. Sauté the Sausage: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the onion and bell pepper. Sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes), then add the minced garlic and Cajun seasoning, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add Shrimp: Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook until shrimp are pink and opaque (about 2-3 minutes), then remove from the skillet and set aside with the sausage.
  4. Make the Sauce: Pour the chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and let it thicken slightly (about 3-5 minutes).

Combine Everything

  1. Toss the Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce.
  2. Return the Shrimp and Sausage: Add the shrimp and sausage back to the skillet, mixing everything together until well combined and heated through.

Garnish and Serve

  1. Plate the Pasta: Divide the pasta among serving plates.
  2. Garnish: Top with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

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