Marry Me Shrimp Pasta (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Seafood
01 -
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Pasta
02 -
8 oz pasta (spaghetti, fettuccine, or your choice)
→ Sauce Components
03 -
3 tbsp olive oil
04 -
4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
06 -
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
10 -
Fresh basil or parsley, chopped
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup of the pasta water. Set aside.
02 -
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the broth and cream. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
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Gradually whisk in the Parmesan until the sauce is smooth. Stir in Italian seasoning. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper.
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Add cooked pasta and shrimp to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly. Add reserved pasta water, a little at a time, if the sauce is too thick.
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Divide among plates. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve hot.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
Reserve pasta water to help thin the sauce if needed - the starch in the water helps the sauce cling to the pasta.
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For the best flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than pre-packaged.