Smoked Sausage Cajun Alfredo (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta
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8 ounces fettuccine
→ Main Components
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1 ring (13.5 ounces) smoked sausage, cut into ¼-inch pieces
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¼ cup (½ stick/57g) unsalted butter
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2 cups (476g) heavy whipping cream
→ Seasonings
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
→ Finishing
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1 cup (100g) grated parmesan cheese
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Fresh parsley, for garnish
# Instructions:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook fettuccine until al dente, about 8-10 minutes or according to package directions.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook smoked sausage pieces for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and keep warm under foil.
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In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
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Reduce heat to low and simmer for 6-8 minutes until sauce begins to thicken.
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Stir in parmesan cheese until completely melted and sauce is smooth.
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Add cooked fettuccine and sausage to the skillet, tossing until everything is well coated in the sauce.
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Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.
# Notes:
01 -
Ready in just 30 minutes
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Can adjust spiciness by varying amount of Cajun seasoning