Shrimp With Garlic Cream Sauce Over Linguine

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Advanced
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Creamy, garlicky shrimp tossed with tender linguine for a quick and elegant weeknight dinner
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This indulgent pasta dish features plump shrimp nestled in a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce. The key to this recipe is boiling the unpeeled garlic cloves with the shrimp, which infuses the seafood with deep flavor while softening the garlic for easy peeling and chopping. The heavy cream sauce is lightly thickened and enriched with sharp Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for a bright finish. It’s a perfect solution for busy weeknights when you crave restaurant-quality comfort food without the fuss. Serve immediately to enjoy the perfect texture of the fresh linguine and the warmth of the sauce.

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Shrimp With Garlic Cream Sauce Over Linguine

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 2 Calories: 765.5

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This indulgent pasta dish features plump shrimp nestled in a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce. The key to this recipe is boiling the unpeeled garlic cloves with the shrimp, which infuses the seafood with deep flavor while softening the garlic for easy peeling and chopping. The heavy cream sauce is lightly thickened and enriched with sharp Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for a bright finish. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect solution for busy weeknights when you crave restaurant-quality comfort food without the fuss. Serve immediately to enjoy the perfect texture of the fresh linguine and the warmth of the sauce.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bring 6 cups of water to a rolling boil in a saucepan.
  2. Using a small paring knife, devein the shrimp by removing the vein along the back, then rinse under running water.
  3. Add the unpeeled garlic cloves to the boiling water and boil for 2 minutes.
  4. Add the rinsed shrimp to the water with the garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
  5. Drain the shrimp and garlic, reserving a splash of pasta water if needed, then set aside to cool slightly.
  6. Peel the softened garlic cloves and finely chop them.
  7. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  8. Add the chopped garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  9. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
  10. Cook the cream, stirring occasionally, until it begins to thicken slightly.
  11. Stir in the cooked shrimp, chopped parsley, and grated Parmesan cheese.
  12. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  13. Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
  14. Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with additional parsley and Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 765.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 50.7g78%
Saturated Fat 26.6g133%
Cholesterol 581.4mg194%
Sodium 1411.0mg59%
Total Carbohydrate 6.1g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 3.2g
Protein 72.8g146%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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