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Cajun Ground Beef Linguine with Velveeta & Creamy Garlic Alfredo 🌶️🧀
This rich, spicy, and ultra-creamy pasta dish combines Cajun-seasoned beef, tender linguine, and a velvety Alfredo-Velveeta cheese sauce for the ultimate comfort food with a kick! Ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients *(Serves 4-6)*
For the Pasta & Beef:
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12 oz linguine (or fettuccine)
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1 lb ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
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1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to heat preference)
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp garlic powder
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1 small onion, diced
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1 bell pepper (any color), diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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Salt & black pepper to taste
For the Creamy Alfredo-Velveeta Sauce:
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2 cups heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version)
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4 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
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½ cup grated Parmesan
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2 tbsp butter
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp Cajun seasoning (extra kick!)
Garnish:
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Chopped parsley
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Red pepper flakes
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Extra Parmesan
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook Pasta & Beef
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Boil linguine in salted water until al dente. Drain, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
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In a skillet, brown ground beef with onion, bell pepper, garlic, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Drain excess fat.
2️⃣ Make the Sauce
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In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add heavy cream, Velveeta, Parmesan, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning.
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Whisk until smooth and creamy (about 5 mins). If too thick, add a splash of pasta water.
3️⃣ Combine & Serve
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Toss cooked linguine with the beef mixture and Alfredo sauce.
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Garnish with parsley, red pepper flakes, and extra Parmesan.
Tips for Success
🔥 Spice level: Add cayenne or hot sauce for extra heat.
🧀 No Velveeta? Use 1 cup shredded American cheese instead.
🍝 Add veggies: Stir in spinach or mushrooms with the beef.
Serve with garlic bread and a crisp salad! 😋
