Description
Creamy Cajun Beef Spaghetti with Triple Cheese Parmesan Sauce is a hearty, flavorful pasta dish featuring seasoned ground beef, spaghetti, and a rich, cheesy Cajun cream sauce. It’s perfect for comfort food lovers and easy enough for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs ground beef
- 1 to 1½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Cajun seasoning to taste
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart. Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in flour to form a roux.
- Slowly whisk in heavy cream and milk. Let it simmer over medium-low heat until thickened.
- Add mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and creamy.
- Season the sauce with smoked paprika, onion powder, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Return cooked beef to the skillet and mix to combine.
- Add cooked spaghetti and toss until well coated in the sauce.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley or extra Parmesan.
Notes
- Add a splash of milk or cream when reheating to restore sauce consistency.
- For more spice, include red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
- Try adding bell peppers or mushrooms for extra flavor and texture.
- Can be made ahead by preparing sauce and beef, then combining with fresh pasta before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
