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Shrimp Linguine

This shrimp linguine is fresh seafood sauteed in garlic butter, then tossed with pasta in a creamy parmesan sauce. A quick and easy dinner option that's quick to make, yet elegant enough for a special occasion.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 589 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces linguine pasta
  • 5 tablespoons butter divided use
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound medium shrimp peeled and deveined, tails removed if desired
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic 
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • parsley sprigs and lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pan over medium high heat. 
  3. Add the shrimp to the pan and season with salt and pepper. 
  4. Cook the shrimp for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  5. Add the garlic to the pan and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  6. Remove the shrimp from the pan and cover to keep warm. Wipe out the pan with a paper towel.
  7. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in the pan over medium heat. 
  8. Add the heavy cream and simmer for 4-5 minutes or until just thickened - do not let it boil.
  9. Whisk in the parmesan cheese, stirring continuously, until the cheese has melted. 
  10. Remove the sauce from the heat, then stir in the lemon juice.
  11. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Drain the pasta and place it in the pan with the sauce. Add half the shrimp and toss everything together to combine.
  13. Arrange the other half of the shrimp on top of the pasta. Sprinkle with parsley. Garnish with parsley sprigs and lemon slices if desired, then serve.

Notes

  • I typically use a medium size shrimp for this recipe, either 41/50 or 36/40 count. You can use fresh shrimp, or frozen shrimp that have been thawed. Be sure to pat thawed shrimp dry before use.
  • I recommend using freshly grated parmesan cheese if possible, as it has better flavor and tends to melt better in the sauce.

Nutrition Information

Calories 589kcal (29%) Carbohydrates 42g (14%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 16g (80%) Cholesterol 477mg (159%) Sodium 643mg (27%) Potassium 325mg (9%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1505IU (30%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 454mg (45%) Iron 3.9mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 589

% Daily Value*

Calories 589kcal 29%
Carbohydrates 42g 14%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 16g 80%
Cholesterol 477mg 159%
Sodium 643mg 27%
Potassium 325mg 7%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 1505IU 30%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 454mg 45%
Iron 3.9mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.