Cajun Fettuccine

by einar

Prep time: 0:25 Overall time: 0:25

SERVINGS

2 servings scale / convert

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp. olive oil
3/4 cups smoked sausage, sliced
12 md. shrimp
2 tsp. fresh garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
2 tbsp. dry sherry
1/3 cup half & half
1/3 cup chicken stock
1/4 cup scallions, chopped
2/3 cups Parmesan cheese
1-1/2 pint cooked fettuccine

INSTRUCTIONS

In a large pan over medium heat, brown the sausage in the olive oil; then add the shrimp and cook until the shrimp turns pink. Stir in the garlic and cayenne; cook just until you can smell the garlic. Use the sherry to deglaze the pan. Add the half & half and chicken stock. Heat to a slow boil. Then add the chopped scallions. Use the green parts only for color. Add the parmesan cheese and stir until thick about 1-2 minutes. Serve over warm fettuccine. Garnish with more chopped scallions.

CHEF COMMENTS

I have made this dish many times and I always enjoy it. To me this is one of my comfort foods.

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