Ingredients
Equipment
Method
How to Make One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta
- Begin by slicing your smoked sausage into bite-sized pieces, and chop your bell peppers and onion. Don't forget to measure out your Cajun seasoning and cream—it'll make things smoother later on!
- In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage, cooking until it's beautifully browned and smoky (about 5-7 minutes). Remove the sausage and sauté the chopped bell peppers and onions until softened, around 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in your Cajun seasoning, letting it work its magic for about 1 minute before adding the chicken broth. Bring this mix to a gentle simmer.
- Toss in your pasta and let it cook in the simmering broth, stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes until al dente.
- Once the pasta is perfect, lower the heat, and pour in the heavy cream along with the Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until everything melts and combines into a luscious sauce.
- Gently fold the cooked sausage back into the pot, mixing everything together. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Spoon the creamy, fragrant pasta into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley or grated Parmesan. Optional: For a little heat, sprinkle some red pepper flakes on top.
Notes
Expert tips include prepping ingredients ahead, tasting before adding salt, and experimenting with ingredients like shrimp or mushrooms.
