Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Andouille Sausage

Ingredients:

*For the Pasta:*
– 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
– Salt for boiling water

*For the Cajun Shrimp and Sausage:*
– 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1/2 lb Andouille sausage, sliced
– 1 1/2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
– 1 tbsp olive oil
– 3 garlic cloves, minced

*For the Creamy Cajun Sauce:*
– 4 tbsp unsalted butter
– 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
– 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
– ️ 1 tsp paprika
– 1 tsp Italian seasoning
– Salt and black pepper to taste

*For Garnish:*
– Fresh parsley, chopped
– Extra Parmesan cheese

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Instructions:

*1. Cook the Pasta:*
– Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente (about *10 minutes*).
– Drain and set aside, reserving *1/2 cup pasta water*.

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*2. Cook the Shrimp and Sausage:*
– Toss the shrimp with *1 tbsp Cajun seasoning*.
– Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
– Sear the shrimp for *2-3 minutes per side* until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
– In the same skillet, cook the Andouille sausage slices until browned (*3-4 minutes*). Remove and set aside.

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*3. Make the Cajun Sauce:*
– In the same skillet, melt butter.
– Add garlic and cook for *1 minute* until fragrant.
– Pour in the heavy cream, paprika, Italian seasoning, and the remaining Cajun seasoning.
– Simmer for *2-3 minutes* while whisking.
– Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.

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*4. Combine Everything:*
– Return the shrimp and sausage to the skillet.
– Add the cooked pasta and toss everything together.
– If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.

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*5. Serve:*
– Plate the Cajun Shrimp Pasta.
– Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.

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### *Servings:* 4
### *Prep Time:* 15 minutes
### *Cook Time:* 25 minutes
### *Calories:* Approximately 720 per serving