This 5-ingredient Cajun pasta is creamy and rich. Smoked sausage and frozen seasoning blend make it quick, easy, and flavorful.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces bow tie pasta
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 , 14 ounce
- 1 , 10 ounce
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water when draining.
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2
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large deep skillet over medium-low heat. Add sausage and cook, stirring occasionally, until fat is rendered and sausage is browned, about 3 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high; add seasoning blend and Cajun seasoning and cook until vegetables are softened, about 4 minutes.
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3
Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened.
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4
Stir in cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese; cook, stirring constantly, until everything is well incorporated. Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the mixture. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
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