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October 06, 2024

Silky Creamy Shrimp Tomato Pasta

Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Yields: 4 servings

Are you ready for a culinary adventure that will transport you to the Tuscan countryside? Look no further than this Creamy Shrimp Tomato Pasta recipe!

This dish is a game-changer, folks! Silky tomato sauce coats juicy shrimp and penne pasta, with just the right amount of spice from the crushed red pepper. It’s a match made in heaven!

And the best part? This recipe is incredibly easy to make and can be on your table in just 30 minutes! That’s right, you can have a restaurant-quality meal in the same amount of time it takes to order takeout.

So, what are you waiting for? Let’s dive in and get started!

First, cook your penne pasta according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. Drain and set aside.

In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium-high heat. Add in your shrimp and cook until they’re pink and fully cooked, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add in some more olive oil and sauté your onions and garlic until they’re soft and fragrant. Add in a can of crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper. Stir everything together and bring the sauce to a simmer.

Let the sauce cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it’s thick and creamy. Stir in some heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Add the cooked shrimp back into the skillet and stir everything together until the shrimp are fully coated in the sauce.

Finally, add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is fully coated in the creamy tomato sauce.

And that’s it! Serve everything up and enjoy the oohs and aahs from your family and friends.

This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. And the best part? You can customize it to your taste by adding in your favorite vegetables or spices.

So, what are you waiting for? Get cooking and indulge in this creamy, dreamy pasta dish!

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Ingredients

  1. 8 oz penne pasta
  2. 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  3. 2 tablespoons olive oil
  4. 1 onion, chopped
  5. 2 cloves garlic, minced
  6. 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
  7. 1 teaspoon salt
  8. 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  9. 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  10. 1/2 cup heavy cream
  11. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. 1. Cook penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. 2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink and fully cooked, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. 3. In the same skillet, add more olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until soft and fragrant.
  4. 4. Add crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper. Stir and bring the sauce to a simmer.
  5. 5. Let the sauce cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and creamy.
  6. 6. Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  7. 7. Add the cooked shrimp back into the skillet and stir until fully coated in the sauce.
  8. 8. Finally, add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until fully coated in the creamy tomato sauce.

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