Cajun Creamy Sausage Pasta Delight

Ingredients

- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 12 ounces andouille sausage, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 12 ounces rigatoni or penne
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Heat the Olive Oil:
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Allow the oil to warm up for about 1 minute.

2. Sauté the Vegetables:
Add the diced onion and sliced red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for approximately 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the onion becomes translucent.

3. Cook the Sausage:
Add the sliced andouille sausage to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is browned.

4. Add the Garlic and Seasoning:
Stir in the minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning into the skillet. Cook for another 1 minute until the garlic becomes fragrant.

5. Prepare the Pasta:
In a separate pot, bring water to a boil. Add rigatoni or penne and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically around 8–10 minutes. Drain and set aside.

6. Stir in Tomatoes and Cream:
Pour in the diced tomatoes and heavy cream into the skillet. Stir well to combine ingredients and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

7. Combine with Pasta and Cheese:
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and gently toss to coat all pieces with the creamy sausage mixture. Sprinkle 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until it melts and creates a creamy sauce.

8. Final Simmer:
Let the pasta simmer on low heat for additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to thicken the sauce slightly and integrate flavors.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time:
PT10M
10 minutes

- Cooking Time:
PT30M
30 minutes

Total Time

- PT40M
40 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Cajun pasta
- Andouille sausage recipe
- Creamy rigatoni
- Dinner pasta dish
- Stove-top meals
- Quick dinner recipes
- Cheese pasta
- Spicy sausage pasta
- One-pan dinner
- Southern-inspired cuisine

Recipe Yield

- Serves 4 adults

Calories

- 2,100 calories total

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