Description
A simple recipe for creamy pasta featuring spicy Cajun sausage.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound smoked andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (10 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 ounces pasta (penne or rotini recommended)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside.
- Add onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, cream of mushroom soup, milk, Cajun seasoning, oregano, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce. Toss gently until the pasta is fully coated.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, if using. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning based on your preference for heat.
- Use chicken or turkey sausage for a milder flavor profile.
- For a thicker sauce, simmer for a few extra minutes before adding the pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 1100
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 60
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 60
Keywords: Cajun, sausage, pasta, andouille, creamy, quick dinner