Quick Cajun Pasta (Print Format)
Savor this zesty pasta mix of sausage, bell peppers, and a rich Cajun cream sauce. Light and flavorful in 30 minutes.
# Ingredients:
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300 g (10.5 oz) of pasta.
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1 tbsp olive oil.
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450 g (1 lb) of sausages, pork or beef.
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1 large shallot, minced.
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1 red pepper, thinly sliced.
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Two large cloves of garlic, minced.
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1/2 tbsp oregano, dried.
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3 tbsp Cajun spices.
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2 tbsp tomato paste.
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100 g (1/2 cup) of cream cheese, low-fat.
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30 g (1/3 cup) Parmesan, grated.
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Fresh parsley, chopped (2-3 tbsp).
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Salt and ground black pepper to your preference.
# Steps:
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Boil the pasta in salty water as mentioned on the package. Save 2 cups of the starchy water before draining.
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Cook the sausages for 4–5 minutes, breaking them apart. Toss in the pepper and shallot, cooking until soft.
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Mix in the Cajun spices, garlic, and oregano. Let it all cook for about a minute.
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Pour in a cup of pasta water and stir in the tomato paste. Add the cream cheese and let it blend until smooth.
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Combine the sauce with pasta, Parmesan, and parsley. Add salt and pepper if needed, then serve.
# Tips:
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Don’t forget to save the starchy pasta water.
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Either beef or pork sausages can work.
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Use less Cajun spice if you want a milder flavor.