shrimp and pasta
Super simple to make, and tasty. I like to use any of the tri-color pastas, when making this to give it a splash of color, but it is not necessary. Use any pasta you like!
prep time
10 Min
cook time
25 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- - 8 ounces of pasta, cooked and drained
- - ¼ cup unsalted butter
- - 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
- - 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- - 1 cup of half and half
- - ¼ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- - 1 teaspoon dried basil or ¼ cup of freshly chopped basil
- - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- - ¼ teaspoon salt
How To Make shrimp and pasta
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Step 1In a large skillet, heat the butter.
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Step 2Add the shrimp and garlic to the skillet and Sauté for 4 minutes. after 4 minutes, remove shrimp from skillet.
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Step 3Add the half and half to the skillet and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring often.
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Step 4Meanwhile, cook the pasta in salted water for 12-15 minutes or until pasta is al-dente.
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Step 5After cooking the half and half for 15 minutes, add the shrimp, cheese, basil, pepper, and salt. Cook a minute or two to heat through. Note: if the sauce seems a little thin to your liking, stir in a little arrowroot to thicken it up.
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Step 6Pour mixture into a bowl and add the pasta. Toss to mix; serve.
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