Description
Creamy Cajun Beef Spaghetti with Three-Cheese Parmesan Sauce is a hearty pasta dish with bold Cajun spice, tender beef, and a rich cheesy sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, this recipe combines spaghetti, creamy sauce, and a trio of cheeses for an irresistible comfort meal.
Ingredients
12 oz spaghetti
1 lb ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
to taste salt and pepper
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until translucent and fragrant.
4. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning over aromatics and stir. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
5. Reduce heat and stir in mozzarella, cheddar, and parmesan, allowing each to melt before adding the next.
6. Return beef to skillet and stir. Add cooked spaghetti and toss to coat. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
Taste and adjust Cajun seasoning for your desired heat level.
Add a splash of cream when reheating leftovers to keep sauce creamy.
Use freshly grated parmesan for the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg