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Creamy Marry Me Shrimp Pasta

Creamy Marry Me Shrimp Pasta
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Creamy Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a rich, dreamy dish combining succulent shrimp with a luscious creamy sauce, perfectly tossed with fettuccine or linguine pasta. Ready in under 30 minutes, this meal blends garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh herbs, and Parmesan cheese to create a comforting yet elegant dinner that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Pasta

  • 1 pound fresh or frozen shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Garnish

  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pasta: Cook your choice of fettuccine or linguine in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water for later.
  2. Cook the Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sauté the shrimp seasoned with salt and pepper until pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. Build the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Pour in chicken or vegetable broth to deglaze the pan, then stir in the heavy cream and sun-dried tomatoes. Let the sauce simmer and thicken slightly.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Add freshly grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes into the sauce, stirring to combine. Return cooked shrimp to the pan, then toss in the drained pasta. Mix well to coat everything evenly, adding reserved pasta water little by little for the perfect consistency.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh basil or parsley over the pasta and serve immediately while warm and creamy.

Notes

  • Select fresh shrimp for best texture and flavor; thaw frozen shrimp properly before use.
  • Do not overcook shrimp; cook just until pink to keep them tender and juicy.
  • Reserve pasta water as its starch helps sauce cling perfectly to noodles.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for authentic richness and better melting.
  • Adjust creaminess by adding more or less heavy cream based on preference.

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