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Plate of creamy garlic shrimp and spinach linguine with herbs and sauce.

Creamy Garlic Shrimp and Spinach Linguine

A simple yet flavorful pasta dish with shrimp, spinach, and a creamy garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz linguine
For the Shrimp and Sauce
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Pour heavy cream into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
  5. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  6. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss with the sauce. Add the cooked linguine and mix well to coat.
  7. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2800IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.

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