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Creamy Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta Fresh Taste

A close-up of Creamy Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta Fresh Taste, featuring plump shrimp over linguine in a rich sauce.
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Make this simple, fresh-tasting pasta featuring shrimp coated in a bright, creamy lemon garlic sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb linguine or fettuccine pasta
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.
  2. While the pasta cooks, season the shrimp lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, do not let it brown.
  4. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  5. Pour the white wine (if using) into the skillet and let it simmer for 1 minute, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  6. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Let the sauce warm through for 2 minutes.
  7. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  8. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Add the drained pasta and toss everything together to coat well.
  9. Stir in the fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  10. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • For a lighter sauce, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, but the sauce will be less rich.
  • If you do not use wine, substitute with an equal amount of chicken broth or reserved pasta water.
  • Add red pepper flakes with the garlic for a touch of heat.

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