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Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 14 oz smoked sausage (sliced into rounds)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp cajun seasoning
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • salt & black pepper (to taste)
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Cook the sausage
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned and slightly crispy (about 4–5 minutes).
  3. Add garlic
    Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Make the sauce
    Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Season
    Add Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  6. Add cheese
    Stir in parmesan cheese until melted, and the sauce thickens.
  7. Combine everything
    Add cooked pasta (and tomatoes if using). Toss until everything is coated in the creamy sauce.
  8. Finish & serve
    Garnish with fresh parsley and extra parmesan if desired. Serve warm.