Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties: An Indulgent Twist on Pasta
Discover the creamy, spicy flavor of Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties, a unique pasta dish that elevates your dinner with its rich taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces bowtie pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add Cajun seasoning and stir for about 1 minute.
- Reduce the heat to low, then add cream cheese and heavy cream, stirring until smooth.
- Gradually sprinkle in Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper while stirring.
- Mix in the cooked bowtie pasta until well coated with sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more Cajun seasoning to your taste.
- Pair with a glass of white wine for a perfect meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
Keywords: Cajun, Cream Cheese, Alfredo, Pasta