Ocharleys Cajun Shrimp Pasta Food

CREAMY CAJUN SHRIMP PASTA

Steps:

• Cook the penne pasta in a pot of salted water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain the water and cover the pasta to keep warm.
• Coat the shrimp with 1 Tbsp of the cajun seasoning. In a deep skillet, heat 1 Tbsp oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and saute for about 1-2 minutes per side, or until the shrimp is no longer translucent, remove from skillet and cover to keep warm.
• In the same skillet, melt 2 Tbsp butter with the minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Add in the diced tomatoes and saute for about 2-3 minutes.
• Pour in the heavy whipping cream, remaining 1 Tbsp cajun seasoning and grated parmesan cheese. Bring to a simmer then reduce to medium/low heat and continue 2-3 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
• Add the shrimp and pasta back into the skillet and stir until noodles are coated in sauce and everything is heated through. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve.

O'CHARLEY'S CAJUN SHRIMP PASTA RECIPE

Steps:

• Prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain. Set aside.
• Add butter to a large frying pan. Place over medium heat. Heat until butter is melted and hot - but not browned.
• Add peppers and onion. Fry until almost tender - They should still have a bit of crunch and "bite" to them.
• Add frozen shrimp. Cook for about 5 minutes.
• Add flour to sauce mixture. Stir to combine.
• Add half and half.
• Taste. Season to taste with the pepper, garlic, seasoned salt and creole seasoning.
• Lower heat a bit and allow sauce to simmer gently for about five more minutes, until thickened.
• Place a bit of angel hair pasta on each serving plate.
• Spoon sauce, with a good amount of shrimp and peppers, over each plate.
• Serve hot.

O'CHARLEY'S CAJUN SHRIMP PASTA

Steps:

• Chop the peppers and onion kind of big, not too finely cause you want them to have oomph. Fry the peppers and onion in about 1/2 stick of butter till almost tender,it's okay if they have a little bite to em. Add the shrimp straight from the freezer and cook for about 5 minutes. (Note: I made this the other night and actually took the time to thaw the shrimp. This reduces the chance of thinning the sauce too much.).
• Put the angel hair in boiling water at this point so it will be ready at the same time as your sauce.
• Stir the spoonful of flour into the shrimp and add the half and half. Season to taste with the pepper, garlic, seasoned salt and creole seasoning. I like it with a nice heat. Let the sauce simmer gently for about five more minutes till thickened and Voila!
• Make some garlic toast while the sauce is thickening. Dish up your angel hair and spoon the sauce over. OMG -- this is sooooo good!

CAJUN SHRIMP PASTA

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to packaging; drain and set aside.
• Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook 4 minutes, until softened. Add garlic, thyme, cayenne, pepper and basil; cook on low for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Add hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, tomato, sugar, and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook 30 minutes, until liquid is reduced by half. Season with salt, if desired.
• In a separate small skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook 2 minutes, until light pink. Add to pasta sauce and cook 5 minutes, stirring to combine thoroughly. Add the cooked pasta and toss well with the grated cheese. Serve topped with fresh grated cheese and green onions.