Shrimply Divine Pasta
Dive into a plate of luxury with Shrimply Divine Pasta, a creamy, garlicky linguine masterpiece that’s ready in just 30 minutes! This recipe combines tender, juicy shrimp sautéed in butter and olive oil with a luscious parmesan cream sauce infused with fresh garlic, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Tossed with al dente linguine and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is a perfect balance of elegance and simplicity. Ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this irresistible shrimp pasta is a surefire crowd-pleaser that brings restaurant-quality flavor straight to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces linguine pasta
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 ounces parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the lemon juice, heavy cream, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir to combine and let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes.
Stir in the grated parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them in the sauce. Add the cooked pasta and gently toss until everything is evenly combined and coated in the sauce.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta and give everything a final stir. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3173 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.6 g | 228% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.8 g | 479% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1486 mg | 495% | |
| Sodium | 4533 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 195.6 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 182.4 g | 365% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1501 mg | 115% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2394 mg | 51% | |
*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.
