Marry Me Shrimp Pasta: A Deliciously Indulgent Treat for Two
A romantic and indulgent dish perfect for date night.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: No restrictions
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and red pepper flakes, cooking until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with parsley.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- This dish can be served with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 300mg
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