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Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta

Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta: Divine 1-Hour Dinner

  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This creamy lemon shrimp pasta recipe offers a bright and flavorful meal. Tender shrimp are sautéed with garlic and tossed with linguine in a rich sauce made from heavy cream, lemon, and Parmesan cheese. It’s a quick and elegant dish perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz dry linguine
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 4 Tbsp butter, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley, optional

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes until pink on the bottom. Add garlic, flip, and cook until opaque, about 1-2 minutes more. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes. Heat over medium until simmering. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Whisk in butter pieces until melted. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Return drained linguine to the skillet. Add the creamy lemon sauce and fresh lemon juice, tossing to coat.
  7. Thin the sauce with reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency. Gently fold in the cooked shrimp.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

  • For a lighter dish, substitute half-and-half or whole milk for heavy cream.
  • Increase red pepper flakes for more heat.
  • Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
  • Reserve pasta water is crucial for adjusting sauce consistency.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/5th of recipe)
  • Calories: 520 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 520 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 32 g
  • Cholesterol: 180 mg

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