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Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta

This Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta is packed with flavor and comes together using only 5 ingredients! Simple, quick, and a favorite with everyone!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cajun
Servings: 6
Calories: 526kcal
Author: The Cookin' Chicks

Ingredients

  • 14 oz smoked sausage, cut into small slices *I use jalapeno cheddar sausage
  • 12 oz pasta *I use Rotini
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, drain water and put aside.
  • In a medium skillet, add the sausage slices over medium heat and allow to sauté about 5-8 minutes, or until golden brown in color.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and Cajun seasoning and stir to combine.
  • Reduce heat to low and allow to simmer for about 4 minutes, or until sauce begins to thicken slightly.
  • Remove sauce from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese.
  • Add in cooked pasta and toss to coat thoroughly.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 526kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 50g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Cholesterol: 163mg | Sodium: 1016mg | Potassium: 409mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2058IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 159mg | Iron: 2mg
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