Creamy Seafood Pasta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta & Protein
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12 oz linguine or pasta of your choice
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Sauce Ingredients
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1 tbsp olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
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1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
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1/2 cup chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Finishing Touches
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1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
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Salt and pepper to taste
# Instructions:
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Cook the linguine in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add sun-dried tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
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Stir in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
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Add the Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until melted and well combined.
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Return the shrimp to the skillet, along with the cooked pasta. Toss everything together to coat the pasta and shrimp in the creamy sauce.
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Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.
# Notes:
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This dish is a spin on the viral "Marry Me Chicken" recipe, with shrimp instead of chicken for an elegant seafood twist.
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For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
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The dish gets its name because it's supposedly so delicious it could inspire a marriage proposal!