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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta: Your New Favorite Weeknight Indulgence

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta is an indulgent weeknight dish that combines tender shrimp with a luxurious garlic cream sauce, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Long pasta (linguine or fettuccine) Cooked al dente
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter option
  • 4-5 cloves Fresh garlic Minced
  • 1/2 cup Dry white wine Such as Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio, optional
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated; dairy-free alternative may vary in flavor
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Fresh or thawed frozen, patted dry
For the Finish
  • 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Adjust to taste or omit
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Wooden spoon
  • tongs
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Ingredients: Thaw shrimp if frozen, pat dry. Mince garlic and measure out pasta and other sauce ingredients.
  2. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  3. Sauté Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes each side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes. Add white wine, simmer for 3-4 minutes until reduced.
  5. Finish the Sauce: Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream and Parmesan, simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened. Add reserved pasta water if too thick.
  6. Combine: Add cooked pasta and sautéed shrimp to the skillet, toss to coat in the sauce. Adjust consistency with more pasta water if needed.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Top with red pepper flakes and parsley, serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use quality ingredients for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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