Cajun Sausage and Shrimp Pasta

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Do not rinse. Try to time the pasta so that it is done when the sauce is finished.
8 ounce Pasta
Season the shrimp with 2-3 teaspoons of the Cajun seasoning. Add 1 tablespoon of butter or olive oil to a large skillet and cook the shrimp for 2 minutes per side over medium-high heat. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
1 Tablespoon Butter or Olive Oil, ½ pound Shrimp
Add the sliced smoked sausage and sear both sides. Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside with the shrimp.
14 Ounces Smoked Andouille Sausage
Add the onions, peppers, the remaining Cajun spice blend, and garlic to the same pan. Cook for 3 - 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. Be sure to scrape all the browned bits off the bottom of the pan while the vegetables are cooking.
½ Onion, ½ Red Bell Pepper, 2-3 Tablespoons Cajun Spice Blend, 2 cloves Garlic
Add the petite diced tomatoes and simmer for 3- 5 minutes.
1 14oz Diced Tomatoes
Pour in the half-and-half and parmesan cheese and simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens. DO NOT bring to a boil. Don't worry if it seems thin, the pasta will help to thicken the sauce.
½ cup Parmesan Cheese, 3 cups Half and Half
Add the shrimp and sausage back to the pan. Toss the hot pasta with the sauce and garnish with fresh parsley, and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Garnish Fresh Parsley and Parmesan Cheese
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