5-Ingredient Cajun Pasta

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This 5-ingredient Cajun pasta is creamy and rich. Smoked sausage and frozen seasoning blend make it quick, easy, and flavorful.

By

Nicole McLaughlin

Published on April 15, 2024

overhead view of green bowl of bow tie pasta with sausage and Cajun seasoning

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

4 to 6

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Ingredients

12 ounces bow tie pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 (14 ounce) package smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
1 (10 ounce) seasoning blend (such as Kroger® Frozen Cajun Style Mirepoix Blend)
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, or more to taste
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

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.
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.
Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened.
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.

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Cook’s Note

Seasoning blend is a mixture of chopped onion, pepper, and celery that can be found in the freezer section.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

849	Calories
67g	Fat
39g	Carbs
24g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 849
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 67g	86%
Saturated Fat 32g	161%
Cholesterol 172mg	57%
Sodium 1344mg	58%
Total Carbohydrate 39g	14%
Dietary Fiber 3g	9%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 24g	48%
Vitamin C 4mg	5%
Calcium 199mg	15%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 746mg	16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

Cook’s Note

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