This creamy Cajun shrimp and sausage pasta dish was inspired by the flavors of gumbo. Like lots of gumbos, this recipe starts with a roux that adds depth and complexity to the creamy sauce. We like this with a simple green salad and crusty bread.
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup all purpose flour
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
2/3 cup chopped red bell pepper
2/3 cup chopped green bell pepper
2 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 pound thinly sliced, fully cooked smoked sausage
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
salt to taste (see Cook's Notes)
1/2 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (see Cook's Notes)
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
12 ounces spaghetti, cooked
chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
lemon slices for garnish (optional)
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