Best 5 Pastalaya For A Crowd Recipes
When tasked with cooking for a large group of people, finding a recipe that pleases everyone can seem like an overwhelming endeavor. However, pastalaya is a dish that is sure to be a hit with any crowd. This hearty and flavorful dish combines the classic flavors of Italian pasta with the bold spices of Cajun cuisine. With its easy-to-follow instructions and versatile ingredients, pastalaya is the perfect choice for a crowd-pleasing meal.
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CAJUN PASTALAYA
My own Cajun pastalaya recipe I put together after trying 3 or 4 different local Southern Louisiana recipes. The prep/cook times may be off, as I have never timed myself. Hope y'all enjoy! Serve with crusty bread.
Provided by Bevin
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Shrimp
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add sausage and cook for 2 minutes. Add celery, onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink inside and juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes more. Add tomatoes, paprika, Creole seasoning, and cayenne pepper; bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
- Add broth to the pot and return to a simmer. Add penne and simmer for 8 minutes. Add shrimp. Continue to simmer, stirring constantly, until pasta is tender but firm to the bite and shrimp are cooked through, about 7 minutes more.
- Stir in cream. Stir in thyme, oregano, and basil. Cook until just heated through, 3 to 5 minutes more. Serve topped with green onions and Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 640.1 calories, Carbohydrate 53.7 g, Cholesterol 185.1 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 36.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.7 g, Sodium 1217.6 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
PASTALAYA FOR A CROWD
Categories Soup/Stew Pasta Low Fat Quick & Easy Tailgating Healthy Simmer
Yield 25 people
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Brown cubed pork until tender. Add sausage and cook for about 20 minutes. Add creole vegetables and cook until all vegetables are wilted. Add chicken broth, water, soups and season well. Add a little kitchen bouquet for color Bring to a boil for about 5 -10 minutes. Lower heat. Add pasta and cook for 20-25 minutes until pasta is tender.
PASTA SALAD FOR A CROWD
This is my go-to pasta salad recipe for a crowd! It's great for showers, picnics, parties, you name it! My mother-in-law taught me to make it. It is easy and very versatile. Today I made it for an event, and I decided to keep track of the measurements so that it could be shared with others who may need a large crowd pasta salad recipe. Hope you enjoy! Better when refrigerated overnight.
Provided by KLATIME
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 70
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
- While pasta is boiling, steam broccoli, one bag at a time, in a microwave per directions on the package, 4 to 6 minutes.
- Rinse cooked pasta in a colander until completely cool. Return to the pot. Add broccoli, tomatoes, salad dressing, Cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well. Refrigerate until chilled, 30 minutes to 1 hour. Serve cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.3 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Cholesterol 6.8 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 353.9 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
CROCK-POT JAMBALAYA-PASTALAYA
I have yet to try this recipe but it looks pretty good. I got it off of a website called realcajunrecipes.com. It calls for noodles but you can obviously use rice instead if you like. Posted for ZWT5
Provided by Leahs Kitchen
Categories Gumbo
Time 4h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a crock-pot add all together except, bell pepper and shrimp.
- Cook on high for 4 hours.
- Add shrimp and bell pepper and cook an additional 30 minutes.
- Serve over rice or combine with enough rice to the desired consistency. Instead of rice, prepare pasta and serve over it for Pastalaya.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 697.4, Fat 26.9, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 85.1, Sodium 2419.3, Carbohydrate 68.8, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 7, Protein 43.6
REAL CAJUN PASTALAYA
This is one of our favorite "go to" meals here in our south Louisiana home. It's a modern twist on traditional jambalaya where we use pasta instead of rice. This is a basic recipe that is very versatile, so the combinations are many. I prefer penne pasta, but you can use any pasta from spaghetti, fettuccine, rotini, elbow; regular, flavored (spinach/ tomato pasta, for example) wheat... really, ANY pasta. The protein can be varied as well; I use rotisserie chicken because I like the flavor it gives it. You may use 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts. NOTE: when using chicken breasts, brown them in a skillet whole and cube them after. Other proteins can be added, I usually use more than one. Our local favorites: crawfish, shrimp, and alligator work well. For sausage I use Andouille, but you can use any smoked sausage, tasso, or whatever is local for you... I've done it with kielbasa too. You can even throw some BACON in if you'd like. This dish is the epitome of "versatile." I don't think I've cooked it the same twice. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
Provided by Mathikaileigh
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a heavy pot that is NOT nonstick (I use Magnalite) brown sausage.
- After sausage is browned, remove from pot and add onions and bell pepper. Cook on medium-high heat in fat rendered from sausage (add butter or olive oil if needed) until wilted; about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook a few more minutes.
- Add sausage back to pot along with chicken or which ever protein you choose, except if using shrimp).
- Add all remaining ingredients except green onions and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally to make sure it doesn't stick to bottom. Reduce heat, cover, simmer for about 25 minutes, until pasta is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed. If using shrimp, add it at this point.
- Remove from heat, stir in green onions. Serve hot. French bread is delicious with it and you can sop up the sauce.
Tips
- Mise en place: As with any large-scale cooking project, it's important to have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go before you start cooking. This will help you stay organized and avoid any last-minute scrambling.
- Use a large pot: You'll need a pot that's big enough to hold all of the ingredients for your pastalaya. A 12-quart pot is a good size for a crowd of 20 people.
- Cook the rice first: This will help to prevent the rice from getting mushy when it's added to the pot with the other ingredients.
- Use a variety of proteins: This will add flavor and texture to your pastalaya. Some good options include shrimp, chicken, sausage, and crawfish.
- Don't skimp on the vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, color, and nutrients to your pastalaya. Be sure to use a variety of vegetables, such as onions, celery, bell peppers, and tomatoes.
- Season to taste: Be sure to taste your pastalaya as you're cooking it and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may need to add more salt, pepper, or cayenne pepper.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: Pastalaya is traditionally served with green onions, parsley, and hot sauce. You can also add other toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.
Conclusion
Pastalaya is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a crowd. With a little planning and preparation, you can make a pastalaya that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a crowd-pleasing meal, give pastalaya a try.
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