Pasta with Spinach Nutmeg and Shrimp
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this irresistible Pasta with Spinach, Nutmeg, and Shrimp—an elegant yet easy-to-make meal that’s bursting with flavor! Perfectly cooked pasta is tossed in a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce infused with a hint of warm nutmeg, creating a luxurious base for sautéed shrimp and tender spinach. The butter and olive oil blend adds richness, while the fresh parsley garnish provides a pop of color and flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting seafood pasta dish is ideal for a quick family dinner or an impressive date night meal. Pair it with a crisp white wine, and you’ve got a restaurant-quality dish right at home! Keywords: creamy shrimp pasta, spinach pasta recipe, nutmeg pasta sauce, seafood dinner idea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (e.g., fettuccine or linguine)
- 1 lb Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cups Fresh spinach leaves
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 tsp Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and sauté for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Add the remaining olive oil and butter to the skillet. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well to combine with the garlic.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir until the sauce is smooth and begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the fresh spinach leaves to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve the pasta in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your delicious Pasta with Spinach, Nutmeg, and Shrimp!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2434 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.5 g | 196% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.9 g | 380% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1228 mg | 409% | |
| Sodium | 2873 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.2 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 147.6 g | 295% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.3 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 748 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1826 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
