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Rich and Spicy Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta Recipe

Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz linguine
  • 12 oz shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Sauté the onion and bell pepper until soft, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
  5. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, then add the shrimp, cooking until shrimp are pink.
  6. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and combined.
  8. Combine cooked linguine with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with parsley before serving.