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Creamy Shrimp Pasta

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Creamy shrimp pasta is a comforting and indulgent dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With succulent shrimp enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce and paired with your favorite pasta, this meal transforms any evening into an Italian escape. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s a delightful way to gather your family around the table.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
  • 1 lb large fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook until pink.
  3. Stir in heavy cream and spinach; cook until spinach wilts.
  4. Mix in Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until combined.
  5. Toss cooked pasta with the sauce. Add reserved pasta water for desired creaminess.
  • Author: Emily Harrison
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 560mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg