Cajun Shrimp Sausage Pasta (Printable Version)
Spicy shrimp and sausage in creamy parmesan sauce with fettuccine. #spicy #shrimp #sausage #pasta #dinner
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta
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8 ounces fettuccine
→ Seafood
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12 ounces large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
→ Meat
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13.5 ounces smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
→ Dairy
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1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
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2 cups heavy whipping cream
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1 cup grated parmesan cheese
→ Oils & Seasonings
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1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, divided
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
→ Garnish
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
# Steps:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add fettuccine and cook until al dente, 8-10 minutes or according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, drain the pasta, and set aside.
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Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and toss with half of the Cajun seasoning. Set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add smoked sausage and cook 2-3 minutes per side, until golden and slightly crisp. Transfer to a plate and tent loosely with foil.
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In the same skillet, add seasoned shrimp in a single layer. Cook 1-2 minutes per side until opaque and cooked through. Remove and set aside with the sausage.
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Add unsalted butter to the same skillet and melt over medium heat. Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
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Pour in heavy whipping cream. Add remaining Cajun seasoning, kosher salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
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Reduce heat to low and let sauce simmer for 6-8 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Add grated parmesan cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
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Return pasta, sausage, and shrimp to the skillet. Toss with sauce until evenly coated. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency as needed when combining all components.