Description
A delicious and creamy pasta dish featuring Cajun spices, white cheddar cheese, and savory sausage, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb sausage (Italian or Cajun)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and sausage to the skillet, cooking until the sausage is browned.
- Stir in the Cajun seasoning and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Mix in the shredded white cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve hot.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more Cajun seasoning or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Feel free to substitute the sausage with chicken or shrimp for a different protein option.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for easy meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Cajun White Cheddar Sausage Penne, pasta recipe, Cajun pasta, creamy pasta dish