Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Mushrooms: A Delightful Indulgence
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring succulent shrimp and tender mushrooms, perfect for a cozy dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add mushrooms, and sauté until tender.
- Add garlic and shrimp; cook until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; season with salt and pepper.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be served with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Adjust the creaminess by adding more or less heavy cream to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 35 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 300 mg
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