Smoked Sausage Cajun Alfredo
Enjoy the bold flavors of Smoked Sausage Cajun Alfredo—a creamy, spicy pasta dish that comes together in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 1 ring (13.5 ounces) smoked sausage, cut into ¼-inch pieces
- ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the fettuccine and cook until al dente, 8-10 minutes, or according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- To a large skillet over medium heat, add the smoked sausage pieces. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown. Remove the sausage from the skillet and tent with foil to keep warm.
- Using the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream. Then, add the Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce the heat to low. Simmer the sauce for 6-8 minutes, or until it begins to thicken.
- Add parmesan cheese, stirring until melted.
- Add the cooked fettuccine and sausage to the skillet, tossing to coat them evenly in the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley. Serve.