Description
This Marry Me Shrimp with Pasta is a decadent and flavorful dish that’s sure to impress. Tender shrimp are cooked to perfection and tossed with linguine pasta in a creamy, sun-dried tomato and Parmesan sauce. It’s a restaurant-quality meal that’s surprisingly easy to make at home, perfect for a romantic dinner or any special occasion.
Ingredients
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Pasta and Shrimp:
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- 8 ounces linguine pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sauce:
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- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Additional fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
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Cook Pasta:
- Cook the linguine pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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Season Shrimp:
- Toss the shrimp with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper.
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Cook Shrimp:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp to the pan and cook until pink, about 6-8 minutes. Do not overcook.
- Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
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Make Sauce:
- In the same pan, melt the butter.
- Sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds.
- Whisk in the flour to make a roux.
- Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream.
- Whisk and heat until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Add the Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, paprika, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk and heat until you have a smooth, creamy sauce.
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Combine and Serve:
- Add the cooked shrimp and pasta to the sauce.
- Toss to coat.
- Sauté for another 3-4 minutes.
- Garnish with additional fresh basil and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor.
- Do not overcook the shrimp, or it will become tough.
- Adjust the amount of Parmesan cheese and sun-dried tomatoes to your preference.
- For a spicier dish, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- You may use another type of pasta such as fettuccine.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a bit more chicken broth or heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 550kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
