Delicious Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta: Indulgent Cajun Comfort Food
A delightful pasta dish inspired by the flavors of Cajun cuisine, perfect for Mardi Gras celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- salt to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in onions, bell peppers, and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir in Parmesan cheese and Cajun seasoning.
- Mix in cooked fettuccine, salt to taste, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added heat, include more Cajun seasoning or some red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to substitute chicken or sausage for the shrimp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: Pappadeaux, Mardi Gras, Cajun pasta