Creamy Garlic Pasta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Shrimp
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ For the Pasta
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12 oz (340g) pasta, such as spaghetti, fettuccine, or linguine
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1/2 tsp salt for boiling water
→ For the Garlic Cream Sauce
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1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 garlic cloves, finely minced
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1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
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1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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1 tsp lemon juice
→ For Garnish
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Extra Parmesan cheese for topping
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
# Instructions:
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Heat a big pot of water with the salt added and bring it to a boil. Follow the pack directions to cook your pasta until it's firm to the bite. Keep half a cup of the cooking water aside, then drain and leave it to sit for a bit.
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In a bowl, coat the shrimp in garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. In a large pan over medium-high heat, warm up the olive oil. Cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until they're pink and just cooked through. Take them off the heat and put them aside.
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Throw some butter into the same pan and melt it gently. Toss in the garlic and cook for a minute or two until it smells amazing. Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer lightly. Add the Parmesan and red pepper flakes (if you like a kick), stirring until the cheese melts in and the sauce thickens. Squeeze in the lemon juice and adjust the taste with salt and pepper.
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Add the cooked pasta to your sauce and coat it well by tossing. If the sauce feels too thick, thin it out with a splash of that pasta water you saved earlier. Gently toss the shrimp back in, mixing everything carefully.
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Split the pasta onto plates or bowls, sprinkle with parsley, and toss a bit of extra Parmesan on top. Serve right away and enjoy!
# Notes:
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For a lighter option, swap the heavy cream with half-and-half.
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You can toss in mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, or spinach to add more veggies.
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Use gluten-free pasta if you're avoiding gluten.