→ For the Pasta
01 -
12 oz penne or rigatoni
02 -
4 cups water (for boiling)
03 -
Salt (for pasta water)
→ For the Sausage and Vegetables
04 -
12 oz smoked sausage (Andouille or kielbasa), sliced into rounds
05 -
1 tbsp olive oil
06 -
1 small onion, diced
07 -
1 bell pepper (red or green), chopped
08 -
2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
09 -
2 tsp Cajun seasoning
10 -
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
→ For the Creamy Sauce
11 -
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
12 -
1 cup heavy cream
13 -
1 cup shredded Parmesan or cheddar cheese
14 -
1/2 tsp black pepper
15 -
Salt to taste
→ Optional Add-ins
16 -
1/2 lb shrimp (for a surf-and-turf twist)
17 -
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (for earthy depth)