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Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Linguine

A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring succulent shrimp, fresh spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes in a garlic Parmesan sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz linguine or spaghetti
Shrimp
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
Vegetables
  • 2 cups fresh spinach washed
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  4. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and spinach to the sauce, cooking until the spinach wilts.
  5. Return the shrimp to the skillet and mix well.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.

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