Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550kcal
Equipment
- Large skillet
Ingredients
For the Pasta
- 1 pound Beef smoked sausage sliced
- 8 ounces Pasta (penne or rigatoni) uncooked
For the Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cups Diced bell peppers mixed colors
- 1 medium Diced onion
- 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper optional
- 2 cups Fresh spinach optional
- 1/4 cup Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
How to Make Spicy Cajun Beef Sausage Pasta
- Begin by heating the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced beef smoked sausage to the skillet and sauté until it develops a golden color.
- Toss in the diced bell peppers and onion into the same skillet, sauté for 5-8 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and optional cayenne pepper.
- Gradually pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- While the sauce simmers, cook your pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- Add the drained pasta and browned sausage back into the skillet. Stir in the optional fresh spinach and Parmesan cheese.
- Garnish your spicy Cajun beef sausage pasta with fresh chopped parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
For an extra kick, serve with additional Parmesan or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 60mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 10mg
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