Cajun Beef Spaghetti in Creamy Three-Cheese Parmesan Sauce
Cajun Beef Spaghetti in Creamy Three-Cheese Parmesan Sauce is a delightful dish that perfectly balances bold flavors with creamy richness. This comforting pasta recipe features seasoned ground beef simmered in a luscious three-cheese sauce, making it a favorite at the dinner table. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy weeknight meal or hosting friends, this dish promises to impress with its satisfying blend of spice and creaminess. Easy to prepare and incredibly delicious, it’s sure to become a go-to recipe for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb ground beef or sirloin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the ground beef seasoned with Cajun seasoning until browned; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic in butter until fragrant. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually whisk in mozzarella, cheddar, and parmesan cheeses until smooth.
- Toss cooked spaghetti into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- Fold in the seared beef and simmer for an additional minute before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before plating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg