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    May 18, 2023 ☆ 15 min recipes

    An Easy Weeknight Meal : Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage

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    Are you ready to rock your weeknights with a dish that's quick, easy, and bursting with flavors that'll make your taste buds dance? Well, prepare for a tasty adventure as we dive into the magical world of my Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage! In just 15 minutes, you'll be wondering why you never made this delicious meal before!

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    • Conquer Weeknights With The Speed & Satisfaction Of Lemony Cajun Sausage Pasta!
    • Unleash the Zesty Magic of Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage!
    • Spice Up Your Pasta Game With Cajun Sausage!
    • Make This Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage Recipe With Ease!
    • To Make This Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage Recipe, You Will Need The Following Ingredients:
    • How To Make This Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage- Step-By-Step Guide
    • Other Easy Weeknight Pasta Dishes To Try:
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    • An Easy Weeknight Meal : Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage
    two bowls of Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage on a dark background

    Conquer Weeknights With The Speed & Satisfaction Of Lemony Cajun Sausage Pasta!

    hand holing fork with Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage on it

    Life's a whirlwind, & finding time for a delicious meal can feel like an Olympic sport. But no need to worry! Quick & easy meals are the heroes that save the day.

    Picture this: a steaming bowl of Lemony Cajun Sausage Pasta, where the flavors harmonize in a symphony of yum, all while you effortlessly conquer your busy schedule.

    Unleash the Zesty Magic of Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage!

    The star ingredient, lemons, add a tangy twist that brightens up the entire dish. Their zesty and refreshing flavor brings a unique dimension to the pasta, making it a delightful experience for your palate.

    Each forkful is a burst of refreshing delight, as the lemony tang dances with the other ingredients, creating a harmonious flavor party that'll have you craving more!

    browning sausage in skillet

    Spice Up Your Pasta Game With Cajun Sausage!

    Hold onto your taste buds, because things are about to get flavorful! Cajun sausage, adds a kick to my pasta with lemons. The smoky undertones, herbs, and bold spices of Cajun sausage transform this dish into a mouthwatering masterpiece. As it combines with the zesty lemon, it creates the most perfect flavor combination!

    Make This Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage Recipe With Ease!

    Cooking shouldn't be hard; it should be easy & fun. That's why my Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage is here to simplify your cooking journey. With just a handful of pantry staples, you'll whip up this extraordinary dish in no time. Picture yourself effortlessly tossing sautéed sausage, al dente pasta, and a delicious lemony sauce into a delicious meal in no time.

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    To Make This Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage Recipe, You Will Need The Following Ingredients:

    • Fettuccini Noodles
    • Cream Cheese
    • Whole Milk
    • Butter
    • Parmesean Cheese
    • Better Than Bullion -- Chicken
    • Garlic
    • Red Chili Flakes
    • Fresh Lemon Juice & Zest
    • Cajun Sausages
    • Flat Leaf Parsley or Cilantro
    • Salt & Pepper

    How To Make This Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage- Step-By-Step Guide

    All you need is 15 minutes to prepare, so you won’t have to wait long before you get your first mouthwatering bite!

    hand scraping cut up sausage from bowl into pan

    Start by cooking the noodles in salted water. Once the noodles are done cooking set about a cup of pasta water aside. While the noodles are cooking browning the sausage in a pan.

    Set the sausage aside & add the butter into the pan with the fat from the sausage.

    butter melting in sausage fat
    zesting a lemon into a pan

    Add the zest from the lemon & garlic into the pan. Cook until the garlic is golden.

    Now add in the cream cheese & the better than bullion into the pan.

    adding better than bullion into pan with cream cheese & sauce starter
    Juicing lemon into pan

    Stir continuously until the cream cheese is melted. Then add in the lemon juice & whisk until combined.

    Add the milk, salt, & pepper. Whisk until combined. If you want to make the sauce thicker, gradually add in pasta water until you are happy with the consistency. Take the sausage & add them back into the sauce.

    adding cooked sausage into lemon sauce
    adding noodles to sauce

    Finish by adding the noodles into the pan & mixing. Top off the noodles with a generous amount of parmesan, a sprinkle of chili flakes, & some parsley or cilantro! Enjoy!

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    spinach artichoke pasta bake

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    hand holing fork with Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage on it

    Now, gather your ingredients, embrace the culinary magic, and let the delicious flavor combo of Cajun sausage & lemon transport you to a world of weeknight delight.

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    From zesty lemons to spicy  Cajun sausage this Pasta With Lemons & Cajun Sausage has each bite bursting with delicious  flavors.

    • Total Time: 15 minutes
    • Yield: 4-5 bowls of pasta 1x

    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 12 oz. of Fetucinni pasta
    • 2 Cajun Sausages (cut up)
    • 2 Tbsp. of salted butter
    • Zest & juice of 1 lemon
    • 1 clove of garlic
    • 1 oz. of cream cheese
    • 1-2 Tbsp. of Better than bullion (chicken) *see notes*
    • 2 Tbsp of whole milk
    • Fine cut parmesan cheese
    • Red chili flakes
    • Flat leaf parsley
    • Salt & Pepper

    Instructions

    1. Start by cooking the noodles in salted water. Once the noodles are done cooking set about a cup of pasta water aside. While the noodles are cooking browning the sausage in a pan.
    2. Set the sausage aside & add the butter into the pan with the fat from the sausage.
    3. Add the zest from the lemon & garlic into the pan. Cook until the garlic is golden.
    4. Now add in the cream cheese & the better than bullion into the pan.
    5. Stir continuously until the cream cheese is melted. Then add in the lemon juice & whisk until combined.
    6. Add the milk, salt, & pepper. Whisk until combined. If you want to make the sauce thicker, gradually add in pasta water until you are happy with the consistency. Take the sausage & add them back into the sauce.
    7. Finish by adding the noodles into the pan & mixing. Top off the noodles with a generous amount of parmesan, a sprinkle of chili flakes, & some parsley or cilantro! Enjoy!

    Notes

    * If you want more of a chicken flavor add 2 tablespoon of the bullion but keep in mind that it is salty so make sure you taste the sauce before adding any extra salt!

    • Author: dinnercult
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 10 minutes
    • Category: 15 minute recipes
    • Method: skillet

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