Loaded Cajun Alfredo Tortellini (Printer-Friendly Version)
A creamy, spicy skillet featuring cheese tortellini, smoky sausage, and fire-roasted peppers in rich Cajun Alfredo sauce.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Pasta
01 -
250 grams cheese tortellini
→ Protein
02 -
200 grams smoked sausage, sliced
→ Dairy
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240 milliliters heavy cream
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50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
05 -
30 grams unsalted butter
→ Vegetables
06 -
120 grams red and yellow bell peppers, sliced
07 -
10 grams garlic, minced
→ Oils & Seasonings
08 -
15 milliliters olive oil
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10 grams Cajun seasoning
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to taste salt
11 -
to taste black pepper
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook until al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced smoked sausage and cook until browned. Stir in bell peppers and minced garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant.
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Reduce heat to low, then pour in heavy cream. Add Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer gently for a few minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
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Stir Parmesan cheese into the sauce until melted and smooth. Fold the cooked tortellini into the skillet, ensuring each piece is evenly coated with sauce.
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Allow the mixture to simmer together for 2 to 3 minutes so the flavors meld and the sauce clings to the ingredients. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan or parsley if desired.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
01 -
Adjust the Cajun seasoning to suit your preferred spice level. Use care when reheating leftovers to avoid sauce separation by reheating gently and adding a splash of cream if needed.