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shrimp & crab pasta with creamy cajun sauce

Shrimp & Crab Pasta with Creamy Cajun Sauce for Cozy Nights

Indulge in this shrimp & crab pasta with creamy Cajun sauce, a delightful and easy-to-make dish that captures the flavors of Louisiana.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Shrimp cleaned and deveined
  • 12 ounces Linguine or fettuccine or spaghetti
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Oil or olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Half-and-half or lighter cream
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
For the Extras
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley or other herbs
  • 1 medium Roma Tomato chopped
  • 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese grated
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice optional
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the shrimp by patting dry and seasoning with salt, pepper, and half the Cajun seasoning.
  2. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions, typically for about 9-11 minutes.
  3. In a large skillet, heat oil and butter over medium heat until melted and bubbling.
  4. Cook the shrimp for about 2 minutes on one side, then flip and cook with garlic for another 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in half-and-half, add cheese, and whisk for about 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Stir in the pasta, tomato, and parsley, mixing well to coat.
  7. Squeeze lemon juice over the pasta if desired and adjust creaminess with additional half-and-half.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with more parsley and cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and adjust spices to your preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the fridge.

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