CHEESY SHRIMP, SAUSAGE & BACON PASTA

Here’s a delicious Cheesy Shrimp, Sausage & Bacon Pasta recipe that’s creamy, smoky, and full of bold flavor:

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🧀 CHEESY SHRIMP, SAUSAGE & BACON PASTA

⭐ Ingredients:

• 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)

• 6 slices bacon, chopped

• 8 oz smoked sausage, sliced (andouille or kielbasa work great)

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined

• 2 tbsp butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

• 1½ cups heavy cream

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• Chopped parsley, for garnish

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🔥 Instructions:

1. Cook the Pasta:

   • Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. Cook the Bacon:

   • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels. Leave about 1 tbsp of bacon fat in the pan.

3. Cook the Sausage:

   • In the same skillet, sauté sliced sausage until browned. Remove and set aside.

4. Cook the Shrimp:

   • Add butter to the skillet. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and paprika.

   • Sauté shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side or until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

5. Make the Sauce:

   • In the same skillet, add garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook 30 seconds.

   • Pour in heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and stir in cheddar and Parmesan until melted and smooth.

6. Combine Everything:

   • Add cooked pasta, shrimp, sausage, and bacon back into the skillet. Toss to coat evenly in the cheese sauce.

   • Simmer for 1–2 minutes to heat through.

7. Serve:

   • Garnish with chopped parsley and extra cheese, if desired. Serve hot!