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Shrimp Crab Pasta with Creamy Cajun Sauce

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This Shrimp and Crab Pasta features succulent seafood tossed in a creamy Cajun sauce, creating a delightful blend of flavors. With tender spaghetti and a rich, cheesy sauce, this dish is perfect for a special occasion or a comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 lb lump crabmeat
  • 1/2 white onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 rib celery, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, divided
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups fresh grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1 lb spaghetti pasta, cooked
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil salted water and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, red and yellow bell peppers, and celery. Sauté until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning and chopped garlic. Cook until the garlic is fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to combine. Cook for about 1 minute, then gradually add the reserved pasta water and heavy cream. Stir continuously to avoid lumps.
  5. Mix in the fresh grated Parmesan, black pepper, and garlic powder. Reduce heat to low and stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  6. In a separate pan, melt a little butter and cook the shrimp with the remaining Cajun seasoning until pink and cooked through.
  7. Gently fold the cooked shrimp and lump crabmeat into the creamy sauce.
  8. Toss the cooked spaghetti into the sauce, ensuring it's well coated. Alternatively, serve the sauce over rice or grits if preferred.
  9. Garnish with additional Parmesan and enjoy!

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