Get Spicy Cajun Fettuccine Alfredo Sauce Recipe
This sauce starts with a rich, buttery Alfredo base. Then, cayenne, paprika, and garlic are added. This creates a cajun alfredo sauce that’s creamy and spicy.
Ingredients
- 8 oz fettuccine noodles
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream or alfredo sauce recipe without heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- You’ll need a large pot for the noodles, a saucepan for the sauce, and a whisk or spoon for mixing.
- First, boil a large pot of salted water. Cook the fettuccine until it’s al dente. Then, drain and set it aside.
- In the saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Then, whisk in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Cajun seasoning, and cayenne pepper (if using). Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until it thickens.
- Next, toss the cooked noodles with the Cajun Alfredo sauce. Make sure they’re well coated. Serve hot, topped with more Parmesan cheese and black pepper if you like.
Notes
- Used Fresh Ingredients: Garlic and herbs (like parsley) that are fresh will taste much better than those that are dried. When you can, always choose fresh!
- Control the Heat: You can change how much Cajun flavor you use based on how spicy you like things. You can add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for more heat.
- To make the Alfredo sauce extra smooth, make sure to simmer the heavy cream slowly instead of cooking it. This helps keep the smooth texture of the sauce.
- Don't Cook the Pasta Too Long: The fettuccine should be al dente so that the sauce can stick to it. Overcooking pasta makes it mushy and less sauce-resistant.
- Save the Pasta Water: Before washing the pasta, save a cup of the water. If you add a splash of water when the sauce becomes too thick, it will help the fettuccine stick to the pasta properly.
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