Wo-bayou Pasta Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Protein
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt, then add the penne pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
- 2
Sauté Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, chopped onion, and chopped bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Broth
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 4
Season the Sauce
Add the Cajun seasoning, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the sauce. Stir well and let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 5
Incorporate Fresh Ingredients
Add the chopped fresh parsley to the sauce just before removing it from the heat. Stir to combine.
Protein Preparation
- 6
Cook the Sausage
In the same skillet used for the sauce, add the sliced Andouille sausage. Cook over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes until browned.
- 7
Add the Shrimp
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet with the sausage. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
Combine and Serve
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained penne pasta to the skillet with the sausage and shrimp. Pour the sauce over the pasta and gently toss to combine all the ingredients.
- 9
Serve
Divide the WO-Bayou Pasta into serving bowls and garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!
