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Irresistible Marry Me Shrimp Pasta – A Creamy, Flavorful Delight

Creamy Irresistible Marry Me Shrimp Pasta That Steals Hearts

This Irresistible Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a creamy, flavorful delight that will impress anyone at the dinner table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti Gluten-free options work too!
For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb large shrimp Peeled and deveined
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp freshly cracked pepper
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs e.g. parsley, basil

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook your pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet, add a drizzle of olive oil. Sauté the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Combine heavy cream and lemon juice; cook until sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Return shrimp and drained pasta to skillet. Toss together, adding reserved pasta water for creamy consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving hot. Optional: sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overcooking shrimp and use fresh herbs for enhanced flavor.

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