Description
Pappadeaux Mardi Gras Pasta is a vibrant and creamy dish that embodies the festive spirit of New Orleans. This delightful combination of tender fettuccine, succulent shrimp, and colorful bell peppers is enveloped in a rich Cajun-spiced sauce, making each bite an unforgettable experience. Perfect for special occasions or cozy weeknight meals, this pasta dish is not just a meal; it’s a celebration of flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced)
- 1/2 cup onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onions and bell peppers; sauté until soft.
- Stir in garlic and cook for about one minute. Add shrimp seasoned with Cajun seasoning; sauté until pink and opaque (approximately three minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring gently until combined. Allow to simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
Keywords: Substitute shrimp with chicken or sausage for different flavors. Enhance nutrition by adding spinach or other vegetables. For a spicier kick, adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to taste.