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Creamy Shrimp Pasta Recipe

Creamy shrimp pasta with parmesan and garlic.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian-inspired

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ lb fettuccine pasta
  • 1 lb large raw shrimp peeled and deveined (21–25 count)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • cup vegetable broth + 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice non-alcoholic substitute
  • 2 cups whipping cream
  • cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped (garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Season shrimp with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  • Heat olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2 minutes per side, just until opaque. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, add butter and chopped onion. Sauté 3–5 minutes until soft and lightly golden.
  • Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in vegetable broth and lemon juice. Simmer until reduced by about three-quarters.
  • Pour in the cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy. Season with additional salt, pepper, and paprika to taste.
  • Add cooked pasta and shrimp to the sauce, tossing gently until well coated.
  • Serve hot, garnished with parsley, extra parmesan, and freshly cracked black pepper.

Notes

Add spinach or mushrooms for extra vegetables