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Marry Me Shrimp Pasta

Marry Me Shrimp Pasta
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Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a creamy, rich, and elegant dish featuring tender succulent shrimp tossed with perfectly cooked fettuccine or linguine. The sauce combines garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a flavorful, comforting meal that’s quick to prepare and sure to impress at any dinner occasion.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Pasta

  • 12 oz fresh or thawed shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Garnishes and Herbs

  • 1/4 cup fresh basil or parsley, chopped
  • Extra Parmesan cheese for topping (optional)
  • Lemon juice for finishing (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pasta: Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving one cup of pasta water for later use.
  2. Sauté the Shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté the seasoned shrimp until they turn pink and curl, about 2 minutes on each side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and keep warm.
  3. Build the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, and red pepper flakes. Simmer gently to meld flavors and let the sauce thicken slightly.
  4. Add Cheese and Herbs: Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese, allowing it to fully melt into the sauce. Finish by adding fresh chopped basil or parsley for a burst of brightness and color.
  5. Combine Pasta and Shrimp: Toss the cooked pasta and shrimp back into the sauce. If necessary, add some reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce and reach desired consistency. Mix thoroughly to coat evenly and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Don’t overcook the shrimp; remove as soon as they turn pink to avoid rubbery texture.
  • Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency and help it cling to the pasta.
  • Use fresh garlic and herbs for the best flavor.
  • Grate Parmesan cheese fresh for authentic taste and better melting.
  • Adjust spice level gradually by adding red pepper flakes little by little.

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Keywords: shrimp pasta, creamy pasta, garlic shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, easy dinner, quick pasta, Italian pasta, weeknight meal, Marry Me Pasta

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