Description
A creamy pasta dish featuring shrimp and zesty Cajun spices, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by cooking the penne pasta according to package instructions. Once al dente, drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, allowing it to foam gently.
- Add the shrimp and sprinkle them with Cajun seasoning, cooking until the shrimp turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and tomato sauce, stirring to combine until velvety and warm.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Toss the cooked penne with the creamy shrimp sauce, ensuring every piece is coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then stir to incorporate the flavors.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving immediately.
Notes
You can prepare the sauce a day in advance and simply reheat it before tossing with fresh pasta. Feel free to customize with favorite pasta or extra veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 200mg