Creamy and Flavorful Pasta with Garlic Shrimp

Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this homemade pasta dish. The tender garlic shrimp adds a delightful twist to this classic recipe. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can whip up this flavorful meal in no time. Perfect for a quick dinner or a special occasion.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces of linguine pasta
• 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 6 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 1 cup of heavy cream
• 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook the linguine pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the peeled shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer. Let it cook for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the cream sauce and stir until melted and well combined.
6. Season the sauce with salt and black pepper according to your taste preference.
7. Return the cooked linguine pasta to the skillet with the cream sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly.
8. Add the cooked shrimp back to the skillet and gently mix them with the pasta and sauce.
9. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish for garnish.
10. Serve the creamy garlic shrimp pasta hot and enjoy!

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