Marry Me Shrimp Pasta
Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a romantic and irresistible dish that promises to charm your taste buds. With succulent shrimp nestled in a creamy garlic sauce and perfectly cooked fettuccine, this pasta dish brings the warmth of Italy right to your table. Ideal for date nights or special occasions, Marry Me Shrimp Pasta combines simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque (3-4 minutes). Remove shrimp from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant (30 seconds). Stir in heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened (2-3 minutes).
- Add Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice; mix well.
- Return cooked pasta and shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently to coat everything with the sauce. If needed, add reserved pasta water for consistency.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Substitute shrimp with chicken or sautéed vegetables for variations. For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.