Cajun Smoked Sausage Alfredo Pasta Recipe
This Cajun Smoked Sausage Alfredo Pasta combines the rich flavors of creamy Alfredo sauce with spicy Cajun sausage, tossed with fettuccine for a comforting and delicious meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 colander
- 1 large skillet
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta Feel free to substitute with your favorite pasta shape.
- 12 oz Cajun smoked sausage, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- for garnish fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced Cajun smoked sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and Cajun seasoning until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing everything together until the pasta is well coated with the Alfredo sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the Alfredo sauce.
Feel free to substitute the fettuccine with your favorite pasta shape.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.