Bold Creamy Garlic Butter Cajun Parmesan Sausage Pasta
Indulge in the rich and savory experience of Bold Creamy Garlic Butter Cajun Parmesan Sausage Pasta, a dish that combines the warmth of Cajun spices with the comforting embrace of creamy garlic butter sauce. This pasta is not only quick to prepare in just 30 minutes but also versatile enough to customize with your favorite vegetables or types of sausage. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or an impressive gathering, it invites everyone to savor each delicious bite. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is as visually appealing as it is flavorful, ensuring that your guests will be coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage, sliced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sliced Italian sausage until cooked through; set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt unsalted butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add Cajun seasoning and mix well.
- Gradually whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Fold in cooked penne pasta and browned sausage; toss to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg