Cajun Shrimp Spaghetti

Ingredients

• 1 package Cappello's Spaghetti

• 2 tablespoons avocado oil

• 1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• fresh ground black pepper

• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning

• 1/2 red pepper, cut into thin slices

• 1/2 yellow pepper, cut into thin slices

• 1/4 red onion, sliced thin

• 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch

• 3/4 cup heavy cream

• 3 ounces cream cheese

• 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan

• dried parsley, for garnish

Instructions

• In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add shrimp and season with salt, pepper and Cajun seasoning. Cook until pink, 2 minutes per side, then transfer to a plate.

• Add the peppers and onions to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes or until just beginning to soften; remove from skillet.

• Wipe out the skillet and whisk together the cornstarch and heavy cream. 

• Add to the pan along with the cream cheese and stir until melted, then add parmesan. Whisk until creamy, then taste and season with salt and pepper.

• Reduce heat to low. 

• Add the package of frozen spaghetti to 3-4 quarts of boiling water. Stir to separate strands. Cook for approximately 90 seconds. 

• Drain the pasta, add to the skillet and toss until creamy, then add shrimp, peppers and parsley and toss until combined.

• Garnish with parsley and serve.

Kids Can Do

• Whisk the cream and cornstarch

• Sprinkle the parsley