CAJUN PASTA WITH SMOKED SAUSAGE

Cajun Pasta with Smoked Sausage image

Provided by Jennifer Bass

Categories Pasta

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 oz uncooked fettucine or linguine
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium red pepper, thinly sliced
1 medium orange pepper, thinly sliced
4 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 lb smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 can(s) 14.5 oz. cans of fire roasted tomatoes, undrained
1 Tbsp cajon seasoning
1/2 c whipping cream
1/2 c shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

1. In 5-quart Dutch oven, cook and drain fettuccine or linguine noodles as directed on package. Return to Dutch oven; cover to keep warm.
2. Meanwhile, in a 12-inch non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook onion, bell peppers and garlic on oil for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add sausage; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently,until vegetables are tender.
3. Stir in tomatoes and Cajun seasoning into sausage mixture. Stir in whipping cream; cook uncovered for 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until mixture is thickened.
4. Add sausage mixture to noodles in Dutch oven; toss to combine. Sprinkle with cheese and chopped fresh parsley, if desired.