Description
Impress your loved one with this creamy, garlicky Marry Me Shrimp Pasta. This delicious dish is perfect for date nights or special occasions, combining succulent shrimp and a delightful sauce that will create a lasting impression.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (spaghetti or linguine)
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add shrimp, seasoning with salt and pepper, cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Pour in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring to combine. Let it simmer to thicken slightly. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat in the sauce, using reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Adjust seasoning as needed, serve hot garnished with parsley. Pairs well with a salad or garlic bread.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently, adding a splash of cream or pasta water to restore the sauce.
- Ideal with a side Caesar salad or crusty garlic bread.
- Use frozen shrimp if necessary, ensuring they are fully thawed before cooking.
- Adjust spice level by modifying the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg