"Classic Cajun flavors--the smoky, spicy seasoning; sweet shrimp; and onion, green bell pepper, and celery trinity--give this pasta toss a New Orleans vibe. A jolt of ground red pepper spices things up nicely, while creamy half-and-half smooths out the edges...."
INGREDIENTS
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6 ounces whole-grain linguine or fettuccine
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1 1/2 teaspoons salt-free Cajun seasoning (such as Tony Chachere's)
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1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
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1 cup chopped onion
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1 cup chopped green bell pepper
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1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
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1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme, divided
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3/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
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5 garlic cloves, minced
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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2 bay leaves
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1 (14.5-ounce) can unsalted diced tomatoes, undrained