Description
Cajun Beef Spaghetti with Creamy Three-Cheese Sauce is a hearty and flavorful pasta dish blending tender ground beef seasoned with bold Cajun spices, tossed in a luscious cream sauce made from Parmesan, mozzarella, and cheddar cheeses. This recipe delivers a perfect balance of spicy, cheesy, and savory notes, making it an irresistible comfort meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 ounces spaghetti
Beef and Spices
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Creamy Three-Cheese Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Garnish
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Cook Spaghetti: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta well and set it aside for later use.
- Brown Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Season the Meat: Stir in Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt into the browned beef. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the spices to infuse the meat evenly.
- Make Cheese Sauce: Lower the heat to low and pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the seasoned beef. Stir thoroughly to combine, then gradually add the Parmesan, mozzarella, and cheddar cheeses. Continue stirring gently until the cheeses melt and the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
- Toss Pasta with Sauce: Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat each strand evenly in the creamy cheese and beef sauce. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes over low heat to warm the pasta through and blend the flavors.
- Serve and Garnish: Plate the Cajun beef spaghetti hot, garnishing with freshly chopped green onions for a burst of color and mild onion flavor. Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheeses for the best melting and flavor.
- Adjust the Cajun seasoning amount to your preferred spice level.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half for a lighter sauce but may be less rich.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute spaghetti with a gluten-free pasta variety.
- Leftovers can be stored refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cajun beef spaghetti, creamy cheese sauce, ground beef pasta, easy dinner recipe, Cajun seasoning pasta
