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Marry Me Shrimp with Pasta Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Marry Me Shrimp with Pasta recipe is a creamy, flavorful dish featuring tender shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich Parmesan sauce served over linguine. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or an impressive dinner, it combines Italian seasonings with fresh basil and paprika for a deliciously satisfying experience.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 8 ounces linguine pasta

Shrimp

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 teaspoons garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • ⅓ cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • Additional fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Cook the linguine pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain it well and set aside temporarily.
  2. Season Shrimp: In a bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper to ensure even flavoring.
  3. Cook Shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook until they turn pink and are just cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp.
  4. Remove Shrimp: Once cooked, remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside temporarily.
  5. Make Sauce – Melt Butter: In the same skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  6. Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Create Roux: Whisk in 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour to form a roux, cooking briefly to remove the raw flour taste.
  8. Add Liquids: Gradually whisk in 2 cups chicken broth and 1 cup heavy cream, stirring continuously to keep the sauce smooth.
  9. Thicken Sauce: Continue whisking and heating the mixture until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes creamy.
  10. Add Flavorings: Stir in 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, ⅓ cup fresh chopped basil, 1 teaspoon paprika, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. Whisk well until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  11. Combine Shrimp and Pasta: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet along with the drained linguine pasta.
  12. Toss to Coat: Gently toss everything together so the pasta and shrimp are evenly coated with the creamy sauce.
  13. Finish Cooking: Sauté the combined mixture for an additional 3 to 4 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the dish to heat through.
  14. Garnish and Serve: Garnish the dish with additional fresh basil leaves before serving immediately for a vibrant, fresh finish.

Notes

  • Do not overcook the shrimp; they cook quickly and become rubbery if left too long.
  • For a spicier kick, add crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes add great flavor and texture; rehydrate them if they are too dry before chopping.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best sauce texture and flavor.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

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