This cajun sausage pasta recipe is such an easy weeknight meal that the whole family will enjoy! (Even those little humans with “selective palates”)
Get ready to please the whole family with this one! I tell my 4 year old that it’s “tunnel noodles and boulders!”
This is a comfort food that truly takes very little time to put together. And its full of flavor!
Why you will love this recipe:
It consists mostly of ingredients you likely already have on hand like pasta, oil, cajun seasoning, onion, and cream.
It is FAST to make. You just need about 30 minutes start to finish.
This recipe is a creamy comfort food. It will fill and warm your belly!
What you need to make this easy and delicious cajun sausage penne pasta recipe:
8 Oz. Penne Pasta
This type of pasta really holds the sauce to it well, but feel free to use whatever shape you have in the pantry.
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
The olive oil is used to prevent the meat and veggies from sticking to the pan when they begin cooking.
1 Pound EITHER Andouille Sausage, slice OR Ground Pork
As pictured below, I am using ground andouille pork sausage that we got processed at a local butcher when we purchased a whole hog. As this is not easy to find, I would recommend using sliced andouille sausage or ground pork. If using ground pork, add additional cajun seasoning to taste.
1 Yellow Onion, diced
1 Red Pepper, thinly sliced
As pictured below, I am using a red ajvarski pepper that I grew in our garden. A red pepper from the store would work just the same.
1 Teaspoon Cajun Seasoning
We prefer the “Cajun Two Step” as our seasoning of choice, but use whatever cajun seasoning you have on hand. Reminder – you will want to use a bit more if you are using plain ground pork vs a seasoned andouille.
1 Tablespoon Creole Mustard
This gives the sauce a little bit of tang!
4 Ounces of Cream Cheese (1/2 Block)
1/2 Cup of Heavy Cream
How to make Creamy and Delicious Cajun Sausage Penne Pasta:
Step One:
Begin by getting water boiling to cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions.
Step Two:
While the pasta is cooking, add olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium. Add in the diced onion, sliced pepper, and sausage. Cook, stirring frequently and breaking up meat as needed, until meat is browned and onions are translucent.
Step Three:
Stir in the cajun seasoning (use additional to taste), creole mustard, and the cream cheese. Once the cream cheese is melted, turn the burner off until the pasta is done.
Step Four:
Once the pasta is cooked, strain and add to the skillet. Turn the burner back on to medium low, add the heavy cream, and stir until the dish is well combined and heated through. Serve immediately, and enjoy!
Easy and Delicious Cajun Sausage Penne Pasta
- Total Time: 30
Description
This cajun sausage pasta recipe is such an easy weeknight meal that the whole family will enjoy! (Even those little humans with “selective palates”). It’s creamy and delicious, you’ll love it!
Ingredients
8 oz Penne Pasta
2 TBSP Olive Oil
1 Lb. Andouillle Sausage, sliced OR Ground Pork
1 Yellow Onion, diced
1 Red Pepper, thinly sliced
1 tsp. Cajun Seasoning (or more to taste if using ground pork)
1 TBSP Creole Mustard
4 oz. Cream Cheese (1/2 block)
1/2 C. Heavy Cream
Instructions
1. Begin by bringing water to boil in a pot and cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat add olive oil, onion, pepper, and sausage (or ground pork). Cook until the meat is browned and the onions are translucent.
3. Stir in the cajun seasoning, creole mustard, and cream cheese. Stir until the cream cheese is melted. If the pasta is not done yet, go ahead and turn off the burner until the pasta is done cooking.
4. Once the pasta is done, strain and add to the skillet. Add in the heavy cream. Turn the burner to medium low and stir until the dish is well combined and heated through. Serve immediately, and enjoy!
Notes
* if using ground pork add more cajun seasoning to taste.
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stove top
