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Old Bay Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Savory Old Bay Garlic Shrimp Pasta for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

Enjoy the delightful taste of Old Bay Garlic Shrimp Pasta, a quick and flavorful dish perfect for cozy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Deveined and peeled
  • 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning Can substitute with Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Divided
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 medium Shallot Chopped
  • 1/2 cup Dry White Wine Substitute with chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly shredded
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Dried Spaghetti Can use preferred pasta type
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add dried spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine shrimp with Old Bay seasoning and lemon juice. Toss to coat evenly and let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add half of the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add chopped shallots, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until translucent. Stir in remaining minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  5. Pour in ½ cup of dry white wine and scrape up any bits stuck to the pan. Bring to a simmer and let reduce by half for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, and remaining Old Bay seasoning. Mix until cheese melts and sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Return sautéed shrimp and fresh parsley to the skillet, folding them into the sauce and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing gently to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
  9. Transfer to serving plates, garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish pairs well with a side salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.

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