Creamy Cajun Fettuccine with Sausage
A delightful and creamy Cajun pasta dish with a touch of spice and savory sausage.
Equipment
- Large pot For boiling fettuccine.
- Large Skillet For cooking sausage and sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 13.5 ounces smoked sausage cut into ¼-inch pieces
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
- none parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water over medium-high heat. Cook the fettuccine until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, following package instructions. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the smoked sausage pieces for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the sausage from the skillet and keep warm under foil.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Pour in the heavy cream and add Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce for 6-8 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Stir in the parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Add the cooked fettuccine and sausage to the skillet, tossing to coat them evenly in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot. For added freshness, serve with a squeeze of lemon juice.
Notes
For a spicier kick, increase the amount of crushed red pepper flakes. You can also add some sautéed bell peppers and onions for extra flavor and color.