Description
A delightful Southern pasta dish combining smoked sausage, creamy cheese, and Cajun spices, perfect for weeknights or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced (try andouille for extra spice)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the sliced sausage, bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and the sausage is golden brown.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning for added flavor, cooking for an additional minute.
- Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until it melts into a creamy sauce.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and mix everything well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ingredients to suit your taste; options include using turkey sausage or different pasta types.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Cajun, Pasta, Southern, Quick Dinner, Comfort Food