creamy cajun sausage ravioli (Printer-Friendly)
Tender ravioli in a creamy Cajun Parmesan sauce with spicy sausage and bell peppers for a bold dinner.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Proteins
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12 ounces spicy Italian sausage, casing removed
→ Vegetables
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1 medium red bell pepper, diced
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1 medium green bell pepper, diced
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1 small red onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon garlic blend seasoning
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1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
→ Liquids & Dairy
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2/3 cup beef or chicken broth, low sodium
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2/3 cup heavy cream
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½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
→ Pasta
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12 ounces frozen cheese ravioli
# Steps to Make This:
01 -
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it into small pieces. Stir in diced bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic. Cook for about 10 minutes until sausage is browned and vegetables soften.
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Sprinkle garlic blend seasoning, Cajun seasoning, and red pepper flakes over the cooked sausage and vegetables. Stir thoroughly, allowing spices to toast for 1 to 2 minutes to enhance aroma.
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Pour in broth, scraping the skillet's bottom to loosen browned bits. Add heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan. Stir gently over low heat until cheese melts and sauce is smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add frozen ravioli and cook until they float and are heated through, approximately 3 to 5 minutes. Reserve ¼ cup of pasta water before draining.
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Transfer drained ravioli and reserved pasta water to the skillet with sauce. Toss gently to coat ravioli evenly. Simmer on low heat for 10 to 15 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes glossy. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan if desired.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
Grate Parmesan fresh for optimal melting and flavor. Reserving pasta water ensures the sauce clings to ravioli properly.
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Adjust Cajun seasoning amount to tailor spice level to preference.