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Creamy Shrimp Pasta

Creamy Shrimp Pasta is a delightful dish combining cream, shrimp, and pasta, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or linguine) Use fettuccine or linguine for best results.
  • 1 lb 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or thawed frozen shrimp can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup 1 cup heavy cream Substitutes like half-and-half may work.
  • 1 cup 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Freshly grated is preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and paprika, and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Fold in the cooked pasta until well combined and heated through.
Serving
  1. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

If you have leftovers, let the pasta cool down before storing. Place it in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat gently and add a splash of water or cream to restore the creamy texture.