Marry Me Shrimp Pasta
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring shrimp, perfect for impressing your guests without the fuss.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp, fresh or frozen, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz Pasta (any shape, linguine works beautifully)
- 1 cup Heavy cream (sub with half and half for a lighter version)
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced; fresh is always better
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Instructions
Cooking the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining and set the pasta aside.
Cooking the Shrimp and Sauce
- In a large skillet, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook for about 2 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Return cooked shrimp to the skillet and mix well with the sauce.
- Add cooked pasta, tossing to combine. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Notes
Serve with garlic bread and a simple green salad. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days, but don't freeze the shrimp and cream sauce together.