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    Spicy Cajun Pasta

    Updated Nov 20, 2018

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    Spicy Cajun Pasta

    Big, bold spicy flavor, baby! That's what this Spicy Cajun Pasta is all about. This is one of those casserole recipes where the kids are like "Mom, this is spicy!" while they keep shoveling it into their mouths. Yes! Smoked Cajun style sausage served in spaghetti and colorful peppers and topped with creamy cheese. You'll go back for seconds, and possibly thirds. BONUS: this makes a large pan, so you will have enough for lunch the next day.

    Spicy Cajun Pasta

     

    Spicy Cajun Pasta ...oh my gawd, this is good!

    So a girl has to have pasta. That's what I have decided.

    I have yet to meet a man that loves pasta as much as a woman does. Not sure if this is scientifically true but my personal case studies back this up.

     

    Spicy Cajun Pasta with Cajun sausage, colorful bell peppers and sweet onions. Combined with creamy Casserole magic and of course...Cheddar and Jack cheese!

     

    As much as I would like to eat traditional spaghetti and tomato sauce every single day, my family would protest. (Especially Mr. Buy This Cook That.)

    (Quick visual : starving angry family members walking around in my front yard with homemade picket signs. Then, imagine me sitting inside the kitchen enjoying my spaghetti alone.)

     

    Spicy Cajun Pasta with Cajun sausage, colorful bell peppers and sweet onions. Combined with creamy Casserole magic and of course...Cheddar and Jack cheese!

     

    To keep the peace, you've gotta change it up. Throw them a curve ball so you can keep eating all of the pasta you crave and the fam gets variety.

    This is one yummy curve ball!

    Spicy Cajun style Pasta with colorful bell peppers and sweet onions. Combined with creamy Casserole magic and of course...Cheddar and Jack cheese!

     

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    Spicy Cajun Pasta with Cajun sausage, colorful bell peppers and sweet onions. Combined with creamy Casserole magic and of course...Cheddar and Jack cheese!

     

    And a few spicy additions like cayenne and hot sauce. (?)

    This Spicy Cajun Pasta is an easy Casserole recipe that is so good. Great for a crowd, too. (If you love Pasta Casseroles, try our Easy Spaghetti Casserole!)

    Pour the mixture into a baking dish, sprinkle with more savory cheddar and Monterrey jack cheese and bake until golden and bubbly.

     

    Spicy Cajun Pasta with Cajun sausage, colorful bell peppers and sweet onions. Combined with creamy Casserole magic and of course...Cheddar and Jack cheese!

     

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    Bonus: Depending on the size of your family, you might end up with leftovers to take for lunch. (Frugal!)

     

    Spicy Cajun Pasta with Cajun sausage, colorful bell peppers and sweet onions. Combined with creamy Casserole magic and of course...Cheddar and Jack cheese!

     

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    If you like this recipe, check out our Mexican Chicken Spaghetti.

     

    Spicy Cajun Pasta with Cajun sausage, colorful bell peppers and sweet onions. Combined with creamy Casserole magic and of course...Cheddar and Jack cheese!

     

    Feel free to experiment with your own vegetable and spice additions. Make your Spicy Cajun Pasta mild or make it wild!

     

    More spicy recipes to try:

    Spice Three Bean Venison Chili

    Jacked Up Potatoes au Gratin

    Bacon Pimento Cheese Jalapeno Poppers

     

     

    Spicy Cajun Pasta with Cajun sausage, colorful bell peppers and sweet onions. Combined with creamy Casserole magic and of course...Cheddar and Jack cheese!

     

    Can't wait to make this Spicy Cajun Pasta Casserole recipe again!

     

    Spicy Cajun Pasta with Cajun sausage, colorful bell peppers and sweet onions. Combined with creamy Casserole magic and of course...Cheddar and Jack cheese!

     

    Spicy Cajun Pasta

    Spicy Cajun Pasta

    A spicy twist on a spaghetti casserole featuring savory smoked sausage and bright bell peppers. Spiced with a Cajun flair.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 25 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 50 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 559 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 pound Cajun style smoked sausage
    • 6 cups dry broken spaghetti or pasta of choice
    • 10.5 ounces cream of mushroom soup
    • 10 ounces Rotel tomatoes undrained
    • 1 ½ cups reserved pasta cooking water
    • 1 ½ cups shredded medium cheddar cheese divided
    • 1 ½ cups shredded Monterrey jack cheese divided
    • 1 small green bell pepper thinly sliced
    • 1 small red bell pepper thinly sliced
    • ½ small onion thinly sliced
    • 1 tablespoon oil or bacon grease
    • 2 teaspoons Frank's hot sauce
    • 1 teaspoon Tony's Cajun seasoning or preferred brand
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with non stick spray and set aside.
    • In a skillet, heat oil or bacon grease to medium high. Slice the Cajun sausage into bite sized pieces. Cook in the oil, stirring until browned on all sides. Stir in the thinly sliced peppers and onions. Reduce heat to medium low. Continue to cook and stir until the vegetables are crisp tender.
    • Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. (You want the pasta to be slightly firm. It will finish cooking during baking.)
    • Drain the pasta, and reserve the pasta water. In a large bowl or pan, combine the pasta, cream of mushroom soup, Rotel tomatoes, hot sauce, spices, and HALF of the shredded cheese. Add pasta water and stir to combine well.
    • Fold in the sausage and vegetables. Transfer to the baking dish. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
    • Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 10 more minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
    • Serve hot!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 559kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 25gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 84mgSodium: 1040mgPotassium: 437mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1485IUVitamin C: 41.8mgCalcium: 340mgIron: 2.2mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

     

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    Comments

    1. Barbara Miller

      February 21, 2017 at 9:19 pm

      Can it be made in a CrockPot???

      Reply
      • Teri

        February 21, 2017 at 9:29 pm

        I haven't tried it, but there is probably a way to adapt it. I like the flavor that browning the sausage bring to the dish and you can't get that quickly from a crockpot. But if you did that first, threw in the veggies and pasta and the other ingredients, it could be adapted I'm sure.

        My only concern would be overcooking the pasta it would get mushy. But if you try it, let me know how it works out!

        Reply
    2. June

      April 03, 2017 at 8:27 am

      This looks tasty, love Cajun flavor and spaghetti! I think a would leave out the cream of mushroom soup, maybe add a little chicken broth instead, thanks!

      Reply
      • Teri

        April 03, 2017 at 8:39 am

        That is a great idea, I think. Let me know how that turns out, I would be interested to know.

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