Description
Indulge in the delectable flavors of Marry Me Shrimp with Pasta, a creamy Italian-inspired dish that can be prepared in just 30 minutes. This recipe features tender shrimp enveloped in a luscious sauce, enhanced with fresh herbs and spices that evoke a romantic dining experience. Combined with linguine and sun-dried tomatoes, it’s the perfect dish for date nights or family gatherings, impressing everyone at the table.
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces linguine pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- ⅓ cup fresh basil, chopped
- Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and paprika to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté seasoned shrimp until pink (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Melt butter in the same skillet. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Whisk in flour for about a minute.
- Gradually stir in chicken broth until smooth; then add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually mix in parmesan cheese until melted into the sauce.
- Return shrimp and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet, tossing gently with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Finish by stirring in basil and paprika. Adjust seasoning if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 230mg