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Spaghetti with Shrimp in Cream Sauce

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Description

This dish combines tender spaghetti with succulent shrimp in a rich and creamy garlic sauce. It’s a quick, elegant meal perfect for weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

Units Scale

For the Pasta:

  • 300 g (10 oz) spaghetti
  • Water and salt (for boiling)

For the Shrimp and Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (optional, for heat)
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

Cook the Spaghetti:

  1. Boil the Pasta:
    • Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.

Prepare the Shrimp:

  1. Cook the Shrimp:
    • Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.

Make the Cream Sauce:

  1. Sauté Garlic and Add Wine:
    • In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and red chili flakes (if using). Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the white wine and simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  2. Add Cream and Cheese:
    • Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  3. Season the Sauce:
    • Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste. Adjust the consistency of the sauce with a splash of reserved pasta water if needed.

Combine and Serve:

  1. Toss with Pasta and Shrimp:
    • Add the cooked spaghetti and shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently to coat everything in the sauce.
  2. Garnish and Serve:
    • Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot, with extra Parmesan on the side if desired.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add sun-dried tomatoes or sautéed spinach to the sauce.
  • If you prefer a lighter sauce, use half cream and half milk.
  • The white wine can be omitted or replaced with chicken broth.

Find it online: https://recipe.ukfinda.com/spaghetti-with-shrimp-in-cream-sauce/