Garlic Shrimp Pasta Bake

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 1 (16 ounce) package uncooked penne pasta
• 1 (15 ounce) jar Alfredo sauce
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook for 30 seconds. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 5 minutes. Stir in wine and cook for an additional 1 minute.
3. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
4. Mix Alfredo sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese together in a bowl. Add cooked pasta, shrimp, and garlic to the bowl and mix to combine.
5. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and golden brown on top, about 20 minutes.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Interesting Facts

• This dish is a great way to use up any leftover pasta.
• You can substitute any other type of seafood for the shrimp.
• You can also add vegetables such as bell peppers and mushrooms to the dish.