16ozMini HeirloomCherry, or Grape Tomatoes, halved
1Green Bell Pepperdiced
1Red Bell Pepperdiced
1-2handfuls Parsleyminced
1TbspOlive Oil
1TbspCajun Seasoning
12ozTrader Joe's Red Lentil Pasta
1C240g Trader Joe's Cajun Alfredo Sauce
4ozShredded Cheddar
Instructions
Preheat smoker to 300ºF with the lid closed while you prep ingredients.
In a 12x10 disposable foil pan (or smoker safe pan), toss the sausage, bell pepper, tomatoes, and parsley with the olive oil and cajun seasoning. Place in the smoker, uncovered, and cook for 45 minutes.
In the last 15 minutes of smoking, bring a pot of water to a boil. Salt the water and cook the pasta for 3-4 minutes or just shy of al dente.
Add the cajun alfredo sauce and cooked pasta to the pan and stir everything together.
Top with shredded cheddar and crank the heat to 400ºF. Cook for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and browning around the edges.
Notes
For ingredient substitution notes and tips for making this cajun pasta without a smoker, see the post above.