Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Indulge in a lusciously creamy shrimp pasta infused with the flavors of garlic, without any spiciness or tanginess. Succulent shrimp paired with al dente pasta, drenched in a velvety garlic sauce, creates a decadent combination that will leave you craving for more.
ingredients
- 1 lb medium-sized shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Cook the linguine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- 3.
Stir in the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- 4.
In the same skillet, pour in the heavy cream and broth, then bring to a gentle simmer. Cook until slightly thickened.
- 5.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and incorporated.
- 6.
Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until shrimp is heated through.
- 7.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add the cooked linguine pasta and toss until well coated.
- 8.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta and gently mix.
- 9.
Serve the creamy garlic shrimp pasta hot, garnished with a pinch of Parmesan cheese on top.