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An easy and delicious Cajun Pasta recipe, perfect for a quick dinner. Penne pasta, flavorful smoked sausage, bell peppers, and red onions are tossed in a rich, creamy Cajun sauce for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 0.5 lb penne pasta cooked to al dente
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 count bell pepper sliced in strips, any color
  • 0.5 count red onion sliced in strips
  • 3.5 cloves garlic chopped
  • 14.5 oz diced tomatoes drained, canned
  • 12 oz beef smoked sausage fully cooked, cut into 0.5 inch pieces
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning heaping, check salt content
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika heaping
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for more heat
  • 1.25 cups heavy whipping cream

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Cook penne pasta to al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet with high sides, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the sliced red onion, bell pepper, and chopped garlic for 4-5 minutes until softened.
  • Add the cooked pasta, sliced smoked beef sausage, drained diced tomatoes, cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir well for 1 minute to coat the pasta and warm the spices.
  • Stir in the heavy whipping cream. Simmer over medium heat for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cream sauce has thickened and coats the pasta.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary, then serve hot.

Notes

Cajun Seasoning Note: Be mindful of the salt content in your chosen Cajun seasoning. Most brands are quite salty, so tasting the seasoning beforehand can help you avoid over-salting the dish. You likely won't need to add additional salt.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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