Cajun Crawfish Pasta Extravaganza
Recipe Collection: Dinner
Cajun Crawfish Pasta Extravaganza brings the bold flavors of the South to your table with a pescatarian dish featuring tender crawfish tails enveloped in a rich cheese and cream sauce, perfectly balanced with zesty Cajun spices. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, this pasta is a comforting treat that brings a taste of Cajun cuisine to your table.
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Overview
Experience the rich and creamy flavors of New Orleans with this Cajun Creamy Crawfish Pasta Delight. This dish combines succulent crawfish tails with a luscious cheese and cream sauce, enhanced by the bold flavors of Cajun seasoning. Perfect for family gatherings or a special dinner, this pasta dish is sure to impress with its authentic taste and comforting texture.
Diet Type
Pescatarian
Allergies
Dairy, Shellfish
Cuisine
Cajun
Serving Size: 4
Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
- 0.75 - 12 Ounces (oz) package egg noodles
- 0.5 - Cups butter
- 0.5 - Cups onion, minced
- 0.25 - Cups green bell pepper, minced
- 2 - Tablespoons (tbsp) fresh parsley, minced
- 1 - Clove garlic, minced
- 1 - 16 Ounces (oz) package crawfish tails, peeled
- 1 - Tablespoons (tbsp) Cajun seasoning blend, seasoned
- 0.75 - Cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 - Cups heavy cream
- 0.33 - Cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 0.33 - Cups green onions, sliced
Steps
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the egg noodles until al dente, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onion, bell pepper, parsley, and garlic. Sauté until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the crawfish tails and Cajun seasoning. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Add 0.5 cups of the Cheddar cheese, heavy cream, and mushrooms (if using) to the skillet. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Incorporate the cooked noodles and green onions into the sauce, stirring until well combined.
- Sprinkle the remaining 0.25 cups of Cheddar cheese over the pasta before serving. Allow the dish to sit for a few minutes to thicken slightly, then serve hot.
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Enjoy your homemade Cajun Crawfish Pasta Extravaganza!