Cajun Fettuccine Recipe

Name: Cajun Fettuccine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Fettuccine Pasta, Cooked; 1- 1/2 cup Butter Or Margarine; 3 whole Medium Onions, Chopped; 2 whole Medium Bell Peppers (red Or Green), Chopped; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 2 Tablespoons Jalapeno Peppers, Sliced; 1 dash Salt To Taste; 1 dash Cayenne Pepper To Taste; 1/4 cups All-purpose Flour; 1/2 bunches Fresh Parsley; 1 pint Half-and-half; 1 ounce, fluid Lemon Juice; 1- 1/2 pound Velveeta Cheese, Cubed; 1 pound Crabmeat, Picked Though And Drained; 3 pounds Shrimp Or Crawfish Tails

Servings: persons

1 pound Fettuccine Pasta, Cooked
1- 1/2 cup Butter Or Margarine
3 whole Medium Onions, Chopped
2 whole Medium Bell Peppers (red Or Green), Chopped
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
2 Tablespoons Jalapeno Peppers, Sliced
1 dash Salt To Taste
1 dash Cayenne Pepper To Taste
1/4 cups All-purpose Flour
1/2 bunches Fresh Parsley
1 pint Half-and-half
1 ounce, fluid Lemon Juice
1- 1/2 pound Velveeta Cheese, Cubed
1 pound Crabmeat, Picked Though And Drained
3 pounds Shrimp Or Crawfish Tails

1
If not already cooked, cook pasta as per package, and drain, then set aside.
2
Using a 12-quart roaster or something close to it, heat stove to medium.
3
Melt butter, then saute onions, bell pepper, garlic, and jalapeno for approximately 15 minutes.
4
Add salt and cayenne pepper to taste.
5
Add flour slowly, stirring steadily.
6
Allow it to cook for approximately 10 more minutes.
7
Add fresh parsley and allow it to soften in the mixture while stirring.
8
Add the half-and-half, lemon juice, and cheese, continuing to stir until cheese has blended well with the flour mixture.
9
Then, add the crab meat, and stir until well combined.
10
Stir cooked pasta gently into cheese sauce.
11
Reduce heat and allow cheese sauce to bubble, continuing to stir so as not to let burn.
12
Meanwhile, parboil peeled shrimp or crawfish tails for approximately 3 minutes until cooked, then strain.
13
Mix into the pasta mixture.
14
Serve in a 4-quart or larger dish.
15
Garnish with fresh parsley, extra shrimp or crawfish tails, lemon slices and/or cheese.
16
Serve with a great salad and fresh crusty bread!

1129

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

106

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Fettuccine Pasta, Cooked, 1- 1/2 cup Butter Or Margarine, 3 whole Medium Onions, Chopped, 2 whole Medium Bell Peppers (red Or Green), Chopped, and more.

Yes, Cajun Fettuccine falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cajun Fettuccine

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Variations & substitutions

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