Cajun Mac and Cheese with Andouille Sausage

Description
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
 * Serves 6

Ingredients

 * 2 tbsp unsalted butter
 * ½ cup onion, finely diced
 * ½ cup pepper, finely diced (preferably a mix of red, yellow and green)
 * 1 cup (6 oz) andouille sausage, cut into ¼-inch half moons
 * 3¾ cups heavy cream, reduced to 3½ cups
 * 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
 * ¾ tsp salt, or to taste
 * ½ tsp freshly ground pepper, or to taste
 * 1 lb spiral or other pasta, cooked and drained
 * ¼ cup green onions, including green parts, sliced thinly for garnish

Directions

 * 1) In a large saute pan over high heat, add butter, onions and peppers and saute until vegetables begin to soften.
 * 2) Add andouille sausage and continue to cook over high heat until vegetables begin to turn golden and the sausage begins to color.
 * 3) Lower heat and saute until vegetables are very soft, about 4 minutes.
 * 4) Add reduced cream and bring mixture to a boil over high heat.
 * 5) Lower heat to medium-high and continue to simmer, about 5 minutes.
 * 6) Add cheese and stir well with a wooden spoon until cheese is well melted.
 * 7) Season with salt and pepper and continue to simmer another 3 minutes,stirring occasionally.
 * 8) Toss in cooked, drained pasta and mix well.
 * 9) Garnish with finely sliced green onions before serving.