Irresistible Creamy Shrimp Scampi Pasta Recipe to Delight You
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Author:jamal
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
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Ingredients
Scale
12 ounces of linguine or spaghetti
1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 tablespoons of unsalted butter
2 tablespoons of olive oil
4 cloves of garlic, minced
1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
1 cup of heavy cream
1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the linguine or spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water for later!
Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the shrimp, red pepper flakes, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the shrimp turn pink, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
In the same skillet, pour in the heavy cream and stir in the remaining butter. Allow it to simmer for about 2-3 minutes until thickened slightly. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until smooth. If too thick, add reserved pasta water to desired consistency.
Return cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing in the creamy sauce. Add the cooked pasta and chopped parsley, mixing well to combine. Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan and parsley if desired.
Notes
A culinary delight that merges flavor and elegance in one plate. This creamy shrimp scampi pasta is a treat for the taste buds, easy to prepare, and perfect for impressing your guests.
