Cajun Sausage Pasta (Printer-Friendly)
Smoky sausage and creamy sauce combine with bow tie pasta and fire roasted tomatoes for vibrant flavor.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meat
01 -
26 oz smoked sausage, sliced into coins
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 -
1/2 cup white onion, chopped
03 -
1 tbsp minced garlic
04 -
14.5 oz canned fire roasted tomatoes, undrained
05 -
1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
→ Liquids
06 -
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
07 -
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
08 -
2 tbsp vegetable oil
→ Pasta & Grains
09 -
1 lb bow tie pasta (farfalle), uncooked
→ Cheese
10 -
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
→ Seasonings
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1 tsp kosher salt
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2 tsp Cajun seasoning
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1/2 tsp black pepper
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Heat vegetable oil in a deep sauté pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the sliced smoked sausage on both sides until caramelized. Remove and set aside.
02 -
Add chopped onion to the pan and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant and tender.
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Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and the undrained fire roasted tomatoes. Stir to combine evenly.
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Incorporate kosher salt, Cajun seasoning, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to infuse the flavors.
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Add uncooked bow tie pasta to the pan. Stir gently, cover, and cook over medium-high heat for 14 to 16 minutes until pasta reaches al dente tenderness.
06 -
Return the browned sausage to the pan, mixing into the cooked pasta. Remove from heat and fold in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and incorporated.
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Optionally sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy immediately.
# Helpful Hints:
01 -
Stir gently during pasta cooking to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.