Description
Indulgent shrimp pasta weaves Mediterranean magic onto dinner plates, blending succulent seafood with silky sauce. Garlic, herbs, and parmesan create a luxurious symphony you’ll savor with each delightful forkful.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp & Base:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large uncooked shrimp
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
Pasta:
- 1/2 pound (227 grams) linguine
Sauce & Cheese:
- 1 1/2 cups half and half
- 3/4 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 10 ounces (283 grams) Rotel tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk together half and half, broth, hot sauce, honey, and seasonings in a bowl. Thaw shrimp and gently pat dry with paper towels.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear shrimp for approximately 80 seconds on each side until golden and slightly crisp. Transfer cooked shrimp to a separate plate.
- Deglaze the same skillet with wine, allowing liquid to reduce by half. Add butter and minced garlic, stirring until fragrant. Incorporate flour and tomato paste, creating a smooth base.
- Slowly pour the prepared half and half mixture into the skillet, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Fold in cream cheese and diced tomatoes. Maintain a gentle simmer while simultaneously cooking pasta in a separate pot.
- Once pasta is al dente, drain and add to the creamy sauce. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and gently fold in reserved shrimp. Allow mixture to heat thoroughly for 1-2 minutes, ensuring all components are evenly coated and warmed through.
Notes
- Select plump, deveined shrimp for the best texture and flavor profile.
- Pat shrimp completely dry to ensure proper searing and prevent watery cooking.
- Use high-quality white wine for deeper sauce complexity and richer taste.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting hot sauce quantity for personal spice preferences.
- Replace wheat flour with cornstarch or alternative gluten-free thickener.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or basil can elevate the final dish’s brightness and aroma.
- Frozen shrimp work perfectly when thoroughly thawed and excess moisture is removed.
- Consider using whole wheat pasta for added nutritional value without compromising taste.
- Refrigerate leftovers in airtight container for up to 2 days, gently reheat with splash of broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg