Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta: Indulgent Recipe for Home Cooks
A rich and creamy shrimp pasta recipe infused with garlic, perfect for a cozy dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt. Cook until pink and cooked through.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Add the cooked linguine and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the shrimp.
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 300mg