Cajun Angel Hair

Published: Aug 17, 2016

4.2

10 Ratings

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Cajun seasoning is a newfound kitchen staple for me. I've never thought to turn to it for cooking pasta or salmon, but the world loves it, so I decided to give it a try. Now? I can't get enough. Cajun seasoning is a blend of all the good stuff: garlic and onion powders, paprika, cayenne, and dried herbs. It's good added to almost any protein, but it's especially delicious added to a creamy pasta dish like this Cajun Angel Hair.

The pasta has the most rich and creamy sauce and it's so easy, which makes it even better. To make the sauce, you just need white wine, heavy cream, Parm, and cheddar. It might sound heavy, but the angel hair does wonders in lightening it up. I almost went with fettuccine or linguine and was so happy that angel hair made the cut because it was the perfect amount of richness. Beyond cajun seasoning, garlic, green onions, and paprika make this pasta sauce packed with flavor.

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Yields:: 4
Prep Time:: 5 mins
Total Time:: 20 mins

Ingredients

kosher salt
12 oz.
angel hair
1 tbsp.
extra-virgin olive oil
1 lb.
chicken sausage
2 tbsp.
butter
3
cloves garlic, minced
1/3 c.
sliced green onions, plus more for garnish
1 tbsp.
Cajun seasoning
2 tsp.
paprika
1/4 c.
dry white wine
1/2 c.
heavy cream
1/2 c.
freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish
1/3 c.
shredded Cheddar

Directions

1. Step 1In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook angel hair according to package directions.
2. Step 2In a large skillet, heat oil. Add sausage and cook until seared, 5 minutes, then push sausage to the side and add butter. Let melt, then add garlic and cook until fragrant, 2 minutes. Add green onions and cook until soft and fragrant, 2 minutes more. Stir until combined with sausage.
3. Step 3 Add Cajun seasoning and paprika and stir until combined. Add white wine and heavy cream and let simmer until thickened, 5 minutes.
4. Step 4Add Parmesan and cheddar and stir until melted and creamy, then add angel hair and toss until completely combined.
5. Step 5Garnish with more green onions and Parm and serve.