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Cajun Beef Spaghetti

Cajun Beef Spaghetti: Creamy Comfort for Dinner Bliss

Cajun Beef Spaghetti is a creamy dish filled with tender noodles, savory ground beef, and rich flavors, making it a perfect dinner option.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Spaghetti Noodles Cook until just al dente
For the Meat
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Choose 80/20 for balanced flavor
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter Enhances sauce richness
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Forms base of the sauce
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Provides smoothness
  • 1.5 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese For gooey texture
  • 0.75 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese For best melting
For Flavor
  • 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning For bold Southern flavors
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Onion Powder
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley For garnish
  • Salt To taste
For Sauce Consistency
  • 0.5 cup Reserved Pasta Water Adjusts sauce thickness

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the spaghetti noodles and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
    Cajun Beef Spaghetti
  2. Sauté the Beef: In a skillet, heat olive oil and unsalted butter. Add ground beef, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until browned. Transfer beef to a plate, leaving drippings.
    Cajun Beef Spaghetti
  3. Create the Creamy Base: Reduce heat and add heavy cream and cream cheese to the skillet. Stir until smooth and creamy.
    Cajun Beef Spaghetti
  4. Incorporate the Cheeses: Gradually add mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted. If sauce is thick, add reserved pasta water.
    Cajun Beef Spaghetti
  5. Combine Everything: Return the beef and spaghetti to the skillet. Toss to coat in sauce, simmer for 1-2 minutes.
    Cajun Beef Spaghetti
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve warm, with extra Parmesan or Cajun seasoning if desired.
    Cajun Beef Spaghetti

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Freshly grated Parmesan is recommended for better melting. Adjust spice levels as needed, and ensure pasta is cooked just before reaching al dente.

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