Sweet & Smoky Pepper Jam Fettuccine with Shrimp and Sausage
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Sweet & Smoky Pepper Jam Fettuccine with Shrimp and Sausage
(serves 4–6)
Ingredients:
12 oz fettuccine pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 oz smoked sausage (like andouille or Italian sausage), sliced into rounds
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 1/2 teaspoons Rollicking Buckaroo Applewood Chipotle Rub (divided)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup Rollicking Buckaroo Pepper Jam
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated (plus extra for serving)
Fresh basil leaves (a handful, torn)
Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions:
Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Sear the Sausage:
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sear the sausage slices until browned and caramelized around the edges, about 3–4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Cook the Shrimp:
Season the shrimp with 1 teaspoon Rollicking Buckaroo Applewood Chipotle Rub, salt, and pepper. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil if needed. Sauté shrimp until pink and just cooked through, about 1–2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside with the sausage.
Build the Sauce:
Lower the heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in Rollicking Buckaroo Pepper Jam and chicken broth. Simmer 2–3 minutes, scraping up any golden bits for flavor.
Bring it Together:
Add the cooked fettuccine, sausage, and shrimp into the skillet. Toss everything together to coat with the luscious pepper jam sauce. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if the sauce needs loosening.
Add the Freshness:
Stir in roasted red peppers and cherry tomatoes. Sprinkle in Parmesan and toss once more until creamy, glossy, and colorful.
Finish and Garnish:
Remove from heat. Sprinkle with torn basil, extra Parmesan, and a pinch more Applewood Chipotle Rub for that final smoky kick. Add red pepper flakes if you love extra heat.
Serve It Up:
Plate the fettuccine high with shrimp and sausage nestled on top, bright veggies peeking through, and sauce glistening over everything.
Tip:
A squeeze of fresh lemon over the top right before serving makes it even more irresistible!