Spicy Parmesan Sauce with Cajun Seasonings

Spicy Parmesan Sauce with Cajun Seasonings

Spicy Sauce

Photo © Diana Rattray

Cajun spices and a few drops of Tabasco help to flavor this tasty sauce, along with diced plum tomatoes and minced green onions.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 5 green onions with 2 to 3 inches green, thinly sliced
• 1 small clove garlic, finely minced
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup milk (2% is fine)
• 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning blend
• dash freshly ground black pepper
• 2 plum tomatoes, seeds and ends removed, diced
• 1/2 cup fresh grated natural Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 2 to 3 drops Tabasco sauce, optional

Preparation:

Heat butter over medium-low heat until melted. Add the green onions and garlic; cook, stirring, for 1 minutes. Sprinkle flour over the mixture; stir until well blended and bubbly, about 30 to 60 seconds. Stir in milk, Cajun seasoning, and black pepper. Cook the sauce, whisking, until thickened and bubbly.

Stir in diced tomatoes and Parmesan cheese, along with salt, to taste; heat, stirring, until cheese is melted. If desired, add a few drops of Tabasco sauce. Serve with hot cooked pasta, or as a sauce for chicken or fish.

* Diana Rattray

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