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Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Shrimp with Spinach Pasta

Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Shrimp with Spinach Pasta: Your 30-Minute Delight

A quick and delicious creamy sun-dried tomato shrimp pasta dish with spinach, ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Spinach Pasta regular pasta can be substituted if preferred
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp frozen shrimp works well if thawed beforehand
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing the shrimp
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes adds tangy flavor
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream consider half-and-half for a lighter version
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach adds color and nutrition
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese adjust according to taste
  • to taste Salt and Pepper for seasoning
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil optional

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spinach pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, about 7-9 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the large shrimp in a single layer. Sauté for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed and toss in minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Stir in fresh spinach and cook for about 2 minutes until wilted.
  6. Return the shrimp to the skillet along with grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and combines with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Add the cooked spinach pasta to the skillet. Toss together, adding reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Perfectly cooked shrimp: do not overcook, aim for 2-3 minutes per side. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta or spiralized zucchini.

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