Marry Me Shrimp Pasta: A Delightful Indulgence for Dinner
A delicious and romantic pasta dish featuring succulent shrimp, perfect for a special dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, shelled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for 1 minute.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and mix until smooth.
- Add cooked fettuccine to the sauce; toss to coat.
- Season with salt to taste and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a crisp white wine.
- For extra flavor, consider adding sun-dried tomatoes or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: Marry Me Shrimp Pasta