Creamy Cajun Sausage Ravioli
Creamy Cajun sausage ravioli is a delightful fusion of rich flavors and comforting textures. This quick and easy recipe features tender ravioli stuffed with savory sausage, enveloped in a luscious cream sauce infused with zesty Cajun spices. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, each bite promises to transport your taste buds straight to New Orleans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 12 oz ravioli (fresh or frozen)
- 1 lb spicy Italian sausage
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic, dicing onion, and slicing bell peppers.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add the crumbled sausage, cooking until browned.
- Stir in the bell peppers and cook until softened.
- Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle with Cajun seasoning; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Gently fold in cooked ravioli, ensuring they are well coated in the sauce. Cook for an additional minute.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sear the sausage before adding it to the skillet. - Consider substituting shrimp for sausage or adding spinach for extra nutrition.