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Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta with Fresh Flavor

Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta Fresh Flavor - Tasty
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A recipe for creamy shrimp pasta featuring a bright, fresh lemon sauce that balances richness with citrus acidity.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound linguine or fettuccine pasta
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • 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 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. If using, pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 2 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  6. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
  7. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Add the drained pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  9. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently to combine and heat through.
  10. Stir in the fresh parsley. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • For a richer sauce, you can substitute cream cheese for half of the heavy cream.
  • Use high-quality Parmesan cheese for the best flavor in the sauce.
  • If you skip the white wine, use chicken broth or extra pasta water to deglaze the pan after cooking the garlic.

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