Cajun chicken spaghetti just got easier, thanks to the slow cooker! I think the slow cooker is something most of us own, but rarely use (or at least not very often). Some of us love the concept of the slow cooker and often reference it in conversation, “Yeah, I really need to get my slow cooker out…” but in the end it remains sitting on the shelf collecting dust. Well, it’s that time of year for making New Year’s resolutions and I’m going to suggest one for you, okay? Be good to yourself. Don’t overdo it this year. One way you can do that is to treat yourself to good food without taking a lot of time out of your already jam-packed schedule – and without putting a huge dent in your budget. So here it is. New Year’s Resolution #1: I Will Make the Slow Cooker My New Best Friend. Now, pull up a chair. Dinner is served. That’s right – you put in 5 minutes of prep time and your new best friend did the rest for you. Yep, with a friend like that it’s gonna be a mighty good year! This dish combines some great flavors of the South: Smoky-spicy Andouille sausage, garlic, green bell pepper, fire-roasted tomatoes, and of course, a healthy dose of Creole seasoning. We’re going to use a jar of Alfredo sauce for part of the base. It’s creamy and already thickened, so we don’t have to worry about adding flour at some point – nope, we’re making this as hassle-free as possible. It also adds some great flavor. Let’s get started!