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Creamy Cajun Shrimp And Bell Pepper Pasta

Creamy Cajun Shrimp And Bell Pepper Pasta

Spicy Cajun-seasoned shrimp tossed with penne, roasted red bell peppers, and a rich, creamy sauce.

⏱ 15 min prep · 20 min cookServes 4710 cal · 45g proteinhigh proteinspicy

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb shrimp
  • 12 oz penne
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 count red bell pepper
  • 2 tbsp cajun seasoning
  • 1 count yellow onion
  • 0.5 cup parmesan
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook penne according to package directions; reserve some pasta water.

  2. 2

    Sauté diced onion and sliced red bell peppers in olive oil until soft.

  3. 3

    Add shrimp and Cajun seasoning to the skillet, cooking until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

  4. 4

    Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer, then stir in parmesan until the sauce thickens.

  5. 5

    Toss the cooked penne into the sauce, adding pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency.

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