03/21/2025
Get ready to indulge in this rich and flavorful Creamy Beef and Shrimp Spaghetti, perfect for a dinner that impresses! 🍝🦐✨
Ingredients:
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions:
1. Start by cooking your spaghetti according to package instructions until it’s al dente. Drain it and set aside – you want it ready to soak up all those delicious flavors!
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef along with 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning and cook until it’s browned and flavorful. Once done, set it aside.
3. In the same skillet, toss in another tablespoon of olive oil and add the shrimp seasoned with the remaining Cajun seasoning. Cook until they turn a lovely pink color. Set these aside as well.
4. Next, let’s build those flavors! Sauté minced garlic, chopped red bell pepper, and onion in the skillet until soft. Your kitchen is about to smell amazing!
5. Pour in the heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of paprika. If you’re feeling adventurous, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes for an extra kick. Let the sauce simmer until it thickens up a bit.
6. Once your sauce is ready, toss in the spaghetti, the cooked beef, and the shrimp. Stir everything together until it's heated through and well combined.
7. Serve this creamy goodness topped with fresh parsley for a pop of color. Dig in and enjoy your sumptuous meal!