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Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Pasta Recipe Easy Homemade with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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A quick and easy creamy Tuscan shrimp pasta featuring sun-dried tomatoes, garlic cream sauce, tender shrimp, and fresh spinach, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp (fresh or frozen, thawed)
  • 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra virgin)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (blend of basil, oregano, thyme)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • A small handful fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. Pat dry the shrimp and season lightly with salt, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add remaining olive oil and butter. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute, stirring often.
  5. Pour in 1 cup heavy cream and stir well, scraping up browned bits. Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes if using. Simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Stir in 2 cups fresh baby spinach and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan. Cook until spinach wilts and cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if sauce is too thick.
  7. Return cooked shrimp to the skillet along with drained pasta. Toss gently to coat pasta in sauce and warm through, about 1-2 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh chopped basil before serving.

Notes

Use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for better flavor and texture. To keep sauce silky, add reserved pasta water as needed. Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture. For gluten-free, substitute pasta with rice or chickpea pasta. For lighter sauce, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.

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