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Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta

Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is an ultra-flavorful one-pot meal made in minutes using simple pantry staples like rotini, smoked sausage, Cajun seasoning, and cream.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 526 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Pressure cooker or large skillet use sauté function or stovetop
  • 1 Sharp knife for slicing sausage

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 14 oz Smoked sausage cut into small slices, jalapeno cheddar preferred
  • 12 oz Rotini pasta
  • 2 cups Heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Brown sliced sausage in a skillet over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until edges are crisp.
  • Add heavy cream and Cajun seasoning to the skillet, stir to combine and bring to simmer.
  • Lower heat and simmer for 5–7 minutes to let flavors meld and sauce thicken.
  • Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  • Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine thoroughly.
  • Cook all together for 2–3 minutes to heat through and serve hot.

Notes

For quicker prep, use pre-sliced smoked sausage and pre-shredded Parmesan. Reinforce Cajun flavor with extra seasoning. Can be done entirely in one-pot using sauté setting.