Ingredients
– 8 ounces linguine pasta
– 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup heavy cream
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 teaspoon lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Easy Creamy Shrimp Linguine is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Cook the Linguine: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté the Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
3. Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add Cream: Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
5. Add Cheese and Seasoning: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
6. Combine: Add the cooked linguine and shrimp back into the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated in the sauce.
7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g