Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this Marry Me Shrimp Pasta, a luxurious dish perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in. Succulent shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, and a luscious cream sauce create a delightful harmony that will have you coming back for more. Serve this delectable pasta with a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh basil for a truly memorable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
Shrimp:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil), drained and chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water, cook pasta until al dente.
- Sear the shrimp: Season and cook shrimp until pink; set aside.
- Make the sauce: Sauté garlic, add sun-dried tomatoes, cream, broth, cheese, and seasonings. Simmer.
- Combine: Toss pasta and shrimp in the sauce, heat through.
- Serve: Garnish with basil and enjoy!
Notes
- Enhance flavor by using sun-dried tomato oil to sauté garlic.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter option or add spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 215mg