Cajun Shrimp Boil Pasta Recipe

Ingredients

1 pound uncooked gemelli or casarecce pasta
16 ounces smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears)
2 pounds raw peeled and deveined large shrimp
2 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
1 bunch scallions, sliced (about 1 cup)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

Preparation

Step 1

How to Make It

Step 1

Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions. Drain and transfer to a large serving bowl; cover to keep warm.

Step 2

While pasta cooks, cook sausage in a Dutch oven over medium-high, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain and discard pan drippings. Stir in broth and corn. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until corn is tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add shrimp and Old Bay to sausage mixture; stir to combine. Cover and cook until shrimp are done, 2 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in scallions and lemon juice.

Step 4

Add shrimp mixture to pasta; toss gently to combine. Sprinkle with thyme.