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Savor the Richness: Blackened Salmon Alfredo Pasta Delight

Learn how to make delicious Blackened Salmon Alfredo Pasta. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Gathering your ingredients is like setting up the stage for a play—get everything you need ready, and the performance will glide smoothly. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 2 salmon fillets, about 6 ounces each
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 ounces fettuccine or your pasta of choice
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Chopped parsley, for garnish

If you’re anything like my mom, who could whip up a feast from pantry staples, you can substitute the Cajun seasoning with a mix of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Don’t have heavy cream? Try using half-and-half for a lighter, yet still creamy, sauce.

Instructions

Let’s get cooking! Follow these steps and soon your kitchen will be filled with the tantalizing aromas of this delicious dish.

  1. Begin by seasoning the salmon fillets generously with Cajun seasoning, pressing it in so it adheres well.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for about 4 minutes per side, or until the salmon is cooked through and has a nice blackened crust. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the meantime, cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to incorporate the garlic and butter. Let it come to a gentle simmer.
  6. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt and thicken the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat the noodles evenly.
  8. Flake the salmon into large chunks and gently fold into the pasta and sauce.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Remember, cooking is as much about feeling as it is about following instructions. As my dad would say, “Taste and adjust as you go.” If the sauce feels too thick, a splash of pasta water can work wonders.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

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