This creamy Cajun shrimp pasta dish packs plenty of veggies to lighten up the creamy sauce.

Cook pasta according to package directions.

Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain.

Creamy Cajun Shrimp Pasta

Return the pasta to the pot off the heat.

Add 1 1/2 teaspoons oil and toss to coat.

Meanwhile, thinly slice white and light green parts of scallions diagonally; set aside.

Thinly slice dark green parts of scallions; set aside.

Heat the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.

Add broth and half-and-half; bring to a simmer, whisking constantly.

Heat the pasta in the pot over low heat.

Divide evenly among 6 bowls and garnish with the sliced dark green scallions.

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