Cooking Steps

• Cook the penne pasta in a pot of salted water until al dente according to package instructions. Keep some of the pasta water for the sauce then drain the pasta and cover to keep warm.
• Coat the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of the cajun seasoning. In a deep skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and sauté for about 1-2 minutes per side, or until the shrimp is no longer translucent, remove from skillet and cover to keep warm.
• In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoon butter with the minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Add in the diced tomatoes and sauté for about 2-3 minutes.
• Pour in the heavy whipping cream, remaining 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning and grated parmesan cheese. Bring to a simmer then reduce to medium/low heat and continue 2-3 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
• Add the shrimp and pasta back into the skillet and stir until the noodles are coated in sauce and everything is heated through. If needed, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to thin the sauce. To serve, garnish with more parmesan and chopped parsley, if desired.