Creamy Shrimp Pasta
Creamy shrimp pasta combines the rich flavors of tender shrimp with a luxurious cream sauce, clinging to spaghetti for a delicious dining experience.
Ingredients
For the Pasta
- 8 ounces spaghetti (or your favorite pasta)
For the Sauce
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3/4 teaspoon Creole seasoning
- 2 ounces unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon fresh oregano
- 1 teaspoon tomato paste (optional)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1/2 cup Parmigiano Reggiano, grated
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil water in a large pot and cook spaghetti until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sprinkle peeled and deveined shrimp with Creole seasoning.
- In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil or butter over medium heat. Sauté the seasoned shrimp for 3 to 5 minutes until pink and just cooked. Remove from skillet.
Cooking the Sauce
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle in paprika, thyme, and oregano, stirring to combine.
- If using, stir in the tomato paste. Then pour in heavy cream, milk, lemon juice, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes.
- Reintroduce the cooked shrimp and parsley to the skillet. Stir in Parmigiano Reggiano until creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Combining and Serving
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss in the creamy sauce. Cook for an additional minute to coat well.
- Plate the dish and garnish with extra parsley and cheese if desired. Enjoy!
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Notes
For best results, use fresh shrimp and be careful not to overcook them. Additional vegetables or different pasta types can be used for variations.