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Creamy Tuscan Garlic Shrimp Pasta

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan garlic shrimp pasta with fresh herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach, perfect for cozy dinners and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed)
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of fettuccine or linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water. Set pasta aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic to the same skillet, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine, scraping up browned bits from the shrimp. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until reduced by half.
  5. Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer and let thicken slightly for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and 2 cups baby spinach leaves. Stir until spinach wilts and cheese melts.
  7. Return shrimp to the skillet, then toss in the cooked pasta. Add reserved pasta water 1 tablespoon at a time if sauce is too thick.
  8. Stir in fresh chopped basil and thyme. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste. Cook for 1-2 minutes more to combine flavors.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh herbs or Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melting and flavor. White wine adds acidity but can be substituted with extra chicken broth and lemon juice. For dairy-free, use coconut cream and nutritional yeast instead of cream and Parmesan.

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