Name: Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1/4 cup unsalted butter; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 cup chopped celery; 2/3 cup chopped red bell pepper; 2/3 cup chopped green bell pepper; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1/2 pound thinly-sliced, fully-cooked smoked sausage; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; Salt, to taste, see Note; 1/2 pound raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, see Note; 1/2 cup cream; 12 ounces spaghetti, cooked; Fresh parsley for optional garnish; Lemon slices for optional garnish

Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Pasta

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This creamy Cajun shrimp and sausage pasta dish was inspired by the flavors of gumbo. Like lots of gumbos, this recipe starts with a roux that adds depth and complexity to the creamy sauce. We like this with a simple green salad and crusty bread.

Ingredients

1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup all purpose flour
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
2/3 cup chopped red bell pepper
2/3 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 pound thinly sliced, fully cooked smoked sausage
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
salt to taste (see Cook's Notes)
1/2 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (see Cook's Notes)
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
12 ounces spaghetti, cooked
chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
lemon slices for garnish (optional)

Directions

Melt butter in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat until foamy, about 2 minutes. Stir in flour to foamy butter, whisking quickly to make sure there are no lumps. Continue stirring until roux turns a dark, reddish brown, about 5 minutes.
Stir in onion, celery, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook and stir until the vegetables have begun to be tender, about 5 minutes.
Stir in Cajun seasoning and chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add sliced smoked sausage and season with red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt to taste. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer about 10 minutes.
Remove cover, increase heat to medium high, and return to a boil. Add shrimp and cream, and cookuntil shrimp turn pink and are curled into a C-shape, about 3 minutes.
Serve warm over cooked spaghetti. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices, if desired.

Cook’s Note

Cajun seasoning has a lot of salt. Depending on your personal taste, adding salt may not be necessary. Just make sure you taste as you cook.

I used medium-sized shrimp in this recipe (21 to 25 shrimp per pound). Smaller shrimp may be used, if desired, but make sure to adjust the cooking time.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

408	Calories
27g	Fat
28g	Carbs
15g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 408
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27g	34%
Saturated Fat 13g	65%
Cholesterol 114mg	38%
Sodium 1095mg	48%
Total Carbohydrate 28g	10%
Dietary Fiber 2g	7%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 15g
Vitamin C 40mg	200%
Calcium 68mg	5%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 467mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.