Creamy Cajun Sausage Ravioli (Printer-Friendly Version)

Spicy sausage and bell peppers meld with velvety Parmesan cream for a bold, creamy pasta experience.

# Ingredients Needed:

→ Meat

01 - 1 pound spicy Italian sausage, casing removed

→ Vegetables

02 - 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
03 - 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
04 - 1/2 cup diced red onion
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings

06 - 1 teaspoon garlic blend seasoning
07 - 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
08 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
09 - Salt, to taste
10 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Liquids & Dairy

11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - 1 cup low-sodium beef or chicken broth
13 - 3/4 cup heavy cream
14 - 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

→ Pasta

15 - 1 package (about 9 ounces) frozen cheese ravioli

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the spicy Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon. Stir in diced red and green bell peppers, red onion, and minced garlic. Cook for approximately 10 minutes until the sausage is browned and vegetables begin to soften.
02 - Sprinkle garlic blend seasoning, Cajun seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes uniformly over the sausage and vegetables. Stir well and allow spices to toast for 1 to 2 minutes, enhancing their aroma and flavor.
03 - Pour in broth, scraping the skillet's bottom to loosen browned bits. Gently add heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously over low heat until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly. Adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
04 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Add frozen ravioli and cook until they float to the surface and are heated through, about 4 to 5 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
05 - Transfer drained ravioli and reserved pasta water into the skillet with the Cajun cream sauce. Toss gently to coat. Simmer on low heat for 10 to 15 minutes until the sauce is glossy and thickened, clinging to each ravioli. Serve immediately with additional grated Parmesan if desired.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - Saving some pasta water to incorporate into the sauce is essential for a smooth, glossy texture that clings well to the ravioli.
02 - Grating fresh Parmesan cheese guarantees a silkier, more flavorful sauce compared to pre-shredded varieties.

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