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Tuscan Shrimp

Easy Tuscan Shrimp Pasta That'll Impress in 30 Minutes

This Easy Tuscan Shrimp Pasta is a quick and delicious dish packed with flavor, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Tuscan Shrimp Pasta Ingredients
  • 1 lb Large Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Ideal for searing shrimp
  • 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter Adds richness to the sauce
  • 5 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Creates a luxurious sauce
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Enhances creaminess
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning Adds Tuscan flavor
  • 1 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Drained and chopped
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Leaves Offers nutrition and color
  • Fresh Basil or Parsley For garnish
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Pasta
  1. Pat the large shrimp dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes; add the shrimp, cooking for about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  3. In the same skillet, lower heat and add unsalted butter until melted. Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  5. Add sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, stirring well. Simmer for another 1-2 minutes until spinach wilts.
  6. Return seared shrimp to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce and heat through.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve immediately over pasta or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Gather and measure all ingredients before starting for a smooth cooking process. Customize proteins as needed.

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