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Now, let’s make the creamy sauce that truly brings the dish together. Start by adding a tablespoon of butter to the same skillet, followed by a small diced tomato, half a small onion, and three cloves of garlic. Sauté them together, allowing the tomato to soften and release its juices without adding water at this stage.
After the vegetables have cooked down, pour in the reserved pasta water along with a cup of heavy whipping cream to create the base of the sauce. Reintroduce the remaining seasoning and a spoonful of Cajun seasoning for depth of flavor. A splash of fresh parsley and a few tablespoons of cream cheese will ensure that the sauce becomes creamy and rich.