Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta (Print Version)
Make a creamy pasta dish with andouille sausage and spice in under 30 minutes for an easy, satisfying meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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2 cups (8 ounces) dry bowtie pasta
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1 (13-ounce) package of andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
→ Sauce Base
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1/2 cup of heavy cream
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1 (14.5-ounce) can of chicken broth
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1 (10-ounce) can of Rotel tomatoes with chilies
→ Seasonings & Cheese
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1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning
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2 cups of shredded cheddar
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1 tablespoon of minced garlic
# Steps:
01 -
On medium heat, brown the andouille slices in a large pan for around 5 minutes. Set the sausage aside on a plate, leaving the fat in the skillet.
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Sauté the garlic in the leftover sausage grease for a minute. Pour in the cream, broth, canned tomatoes, and Cajun seasoning.
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Mix in the dry pasta, cover with a lid, and let it cook on low heat for about 14 minutes until tender.
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Stir the sausage back in and slowly mix in the cheddar until it’s completely melted.
# Helpful Notes:
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Swap out spicy sausage or tomatoes for milder options for a less fiery flavor.
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Feel free to add veggies like mushrooms, onions, or peppers.
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Be mindful with extra spices since both the sausage and broth are salty.