Description
A cozy bowl of creamy pasta with a spicy Cajun twist, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the shrimp and Cajun seasoning; cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and tomato sauce; bring to a simmer, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy and inviting.
- Add the cooked penne to the sauce, mixing to combine and ensuring every piece is coated in that dreamy sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting to your preference.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
Perfect for meal prep and customizable with various proteins or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 250mg