Blackened Shrimp & Andouille Sausage Penne Recipe
Penne pasta with blackened shrimp and andouille sausage.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Shrimp & Sausage
Vegetables & Garnish
Cream Sauce
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 12 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
- 2
Cook the Penne
Once the water is boiling, add 12 cups of penne pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside, reserving a bit of the pasta water for later use if needed.
Preparing Shrimp and Sausage
- 4
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 5
Blacken the Shrimp
Add 1 pound of large shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of blackening seasoning. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until shrimp are cooked through and blackened. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 6
Cook the Sausage
In the same skillet, add the sliced 8 oz andouille sausage. Cook for 4-5 minutes until browned and heated through.
Making the Cream Sauce
- 7
Add Vegetables
Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper to the skillet with the sausage. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- 8
Combine Cream and Cheese
Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and stir to combine. Add 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- 9
Season the Sauce
Add 1 teaspoon of black pepper and salt to taste. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
Combining Ingredients
- 10
Combine Everything
Add the cooked penne pasta, blackened shrimp, and sausage mixture into the skillet with the cream sauce. Toss everything together until well combined.
- 11
Finish with Green Onions
Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of sliced green onions and juice of 1 lemon.
- 12
Serve
Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
