Dinner · 30 min · italian

Cajun Shrimp Pasta

Dinner decisions, handled: Cajun Shrimp Pasta pairs fettuccine with shrimp for a 30-minute Italian dinner. Each serving lands at 690 calories with 43g of protein, so it eats like a much heavier meal. Simple enough for a Tuesday, good enough to serve to guests — that is the whole idea.

✓ USDA-verified nutrition data

Ingredients

• 12 oz Fettuccine
• 1 lb Shrimp
• 3/4 cup Heavy cream
• 1/2 cup Parmesan
• 1 Bell pepper
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 1/4 cup Parsley

Steps

1. Toss the shrimp with half the Cajun seasoning and sear in the butter, 90 seconds per side, until pink and curled; set aside.
2. Soften the sliced bell pepper and garlic in the same pan 4 minutes.
3. Pour in the cream and the remaining seasoning; simmer 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Boil the fettuccine until just shy of al dente, reserving a cup of pasta water.
5. Toss the pasta through the sauce with the parmesan, loosening with pasta water until glossy.
6. Fold the shrimp back in, shower with parsley, and serve in hot bowls.

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