🌶️ Cajun Sausage Ravioli Pasta
📝 Ingredients:
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1 pack (12–16 oz) cheese or spinach ravioli (fresh or frozen)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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12 oz smoked Cajun sausage (sliced into rounds)
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional for spice)
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions:
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Cook Ravioli – In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook ravioli according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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Cook Sausage – In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Add sliced Cajun sausage and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
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Sauté Veggies – In the same skillet, add onion, peppers, and garlic. Sauté until soft and fragrant.
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Make Sauce – Stir in Cajun seasoning, paprika, and chili flakes. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Combine – Add sausage back in along with the cooked ravioli. Toss gently to coat everything in the creamy sauce.
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Finish – Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, stir, and cook for another 2 minutes until creamy.
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Serve – Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions and serve hot.
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I use any type of ravioli?
A: Yes! Cheese, spinach, or even mushroom ravioli works great with this Cajun sauce.
Q: How do I make it less spicy?
A: Reduce Cajun seasoning and skip chili flakes. You can also add more cream to mellow the spice.
Q: Can I substitute the sausage?
A: Smoked andouille sausage is traditional, but chicken sausage, turkey sausage, or even shrimp can be used.
Q: How to store leftovers?
A: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of cream or broth.
Q: Can this be made vegetarian?
A: Yes! Skip the sausage and add mushrooms, zucchini, or extra bell peppers for a hearty vegetarian version.