Marry Me Shrimp Pasta
Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a romantic, creamy dish that seamlessly combines succulent shrimp and perfectly cooked pasta in a rich garlic-infused sauce. This delightful recipe is perfect for date nights or special gatherings, promising to leave your loved ones enchanted with each bite. With a medley of fresh herbs and a hint of spice, this pasta dish transforms any meal into an unforgettable culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, deveined
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente per package instructions. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- 2. Sauté shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season shrimp with salt and pepper and sauté until pink and opaque (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- 3. Create sauce: In the same skillet, lower the heat and add minced garlic; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- 4. Add cheese: Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Stir in red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste.
- 5. Combine: Return shrimp to the skillet along with the cooked pasta. Slowly add reserved pasta water until reaching desired creaminess.
- 6. Garnish & serve: Fold in fresh herbs and serve immediately with extra Parmesan on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg