Cajun Pasta Recipe

Name: Cajun Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 box rigatoni; 1 packages Italian sausage; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 3/4 cup lazy pasta sauce; kept warm on stove.; 3 tbsp Emeril Cajun spice; 1/2 bunch celery; small dice; 1 red or yellow onion; medium dice; 1 bell pepper of any color; large julienne.; 2 clove garlic; 1 cup shredded mexican cheese blend; 1 vegetable or olive oil; 1 basil

Servings: persons

1 box rigatoni
1 packages Italian sausage
1 cup heavy cream
2 3/4 cup lazy pasta sauce; kept warm on stove.
3 tbsp Emeril Cajun spice
1/2 bunch celery; small dice
1 red or yellow onion; medium dice
1 bell pepper of any color; large julienne.
2 clove garlic
1 cup shredded mexican cheese blend
1 vegetable or olive oil
1 basil

1
Grill sausage to 90% doneness.
2
Slice.
3
Set aside.
4
Boil noodles.
5
Set aside.
6
Add oil or butter to finished noodles to prevent oxidation.
7
Reheat pasta sauce.
8
Add heavy cream.
9
Saute onions, celery, and bell peppers until semi soft.
10
Add garlic and sausage.
11
Add cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
12
Saute 2 minutes.
13
Combine cooked noodles, veggies, and sauce in a mixing bowl.
14
Add cheese.
15
Toss.
16
Serve.
17
Garnish with fresh basil
18
Variations; Fresh oregano, pinch of thyme, chicken, shrimp, crawfish, zucchini, squash, shallots, acorn or butternut squash, sweet potatoes, mustard, apple cider vinegar

1179

kcal

Calories

Fat

130

Carbs

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 box rigatoni, 1 packages Italian sausage, 1 cup heavy cream, 2 3/4 cup lazy pasta sauce; kept warm on stove., and more.

Yes, Cajun Pasta 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 Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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