**Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Andouille Sausage 
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### Ingredients:
**For the Pasta:**
– 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
– 
Salt for boiling water
**For the Cajun Shrimp and Sausage:**
– 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 
1/2 lb Andouille sausage, sliced
– 1 1/2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
– 
1 tbsp olive oil
– 
3 garlic cloves, minced
**For the Creamy Cajun Sauce:**
– 
4 tbsp unsalted butter
– 
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
– 
1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
– 1 tsp paprika
– 
1 tsp Italian seasoning
– Salt and black pepper to taste
**For Garnish:**
– Fresh parsley, chopped
– Extra Parmesan cheese
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### Instructions:
**1. Cook the Pasta:**
– Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente (about **10 minutes**).
– Drain and set aside, reserving **1/2 cup pasta water**.
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**2. Cook the Shrimp and Sausage:**
– Toss the shrimp with **1 tbsp Cajun seasoning**.
– Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
– Sear the shrimp for **2-3 minutes per side** until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
– In the same skillet, cook the Andouille sausage slices until browned (**3-4 minutes**). Remove and set aside.
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**3. Make the Cajun Sauce:**
– In the same skillet, melt butter.
– Add garlic and cook for **1 minute** until fragrant.
– Pour in the heavy cream, paprika, Italian seasoning, and the remaining Cajun seasoning.
– Simmer for **2-3 minutes** while whisking.
– Stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
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**4. Combine Everything:**
– Return the shrimp and sausage to the skillet.
– Add the cooked pasta and toss everything together.
– If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
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**5. Serve:**
– Plate the Cajun Shrimp Pasta.
– Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.
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**Servings:** 4
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**Prep Time:** 15 minutes
### **Cook Time:** 25 minutes
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**Calories:** Approximately 720 per serving
*Spicy, creamy, and packed with bold flavors—this Cajun shrimp pasta is pure comfort food bliss! *
**Cajun Shrimp Pasta with Andouille Sausage **
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