Shrimp Penne Pasta
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
774 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Shrimp Penne Pasta
Description
Shrimp Penne Pasta combines peeled and deveined cooked shrimp with penne pasta tossed in a creamy sauce developed by sautéing garlic in butter, thickening with flour, and slowly adding chicken broth and evaporated milk. Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and seafood seasoning complete the sauce, imparting subtle but distinct flavor layers. The sauce's creamy texture coats the pasta evenly without overpowering the shrimp's natural sweetness.
The recipe emphasizes cooking the pasta just to al dente to prevent mushiness when mixed with the sauce. The shrimp are added near the end to warm through without overcooking. The resulting dish has tender noodles and plump shrimp in a rich but balanced sauce.
This pasta is suited for a main course served immediately after preparation. It pairs well with simple sides or a light salad to complement the rich sauce.
The notes clarify ingredient substitutions: using evaporated milk adds richness and stability to the sauce compared to whole milk. Raw shrimp can be used by sautéing first before adding to the sauce, ensuring proper cooking.
Ingredients
- 3 c. penne pasta dry
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 1/4 c. butter cubed
- 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
- 14.5 oz chicken broth
- 5 oz evaporated milk
- 1 lb Shrimp peeled and deveined, cooked, medium size
- 2/3 c. Parmesan Cheese shredded
- 2 Tbsp. parsley minced, fresh
- 1 1/2 tsp Seafood Seasoning Old Bay recommended
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Make sure not to over cook or your noodles turn to mush when you mix it with the pasta sauce!
- Meanwhile, in a large saucepan saute garlic in butter.
- Stir in flour until blended; gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened.
- Stir in shrimp, cheese, parsley and seafood seasoning; heat through.
- Drain pasta; place in a large bowl. Add shrimp mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Substitute heavy cream or a combination of whole milk and cream for evaporated milk to maintain sauce creaminess.
- If using raw shrimp, peel and devein, then sauté until pink before adding to the sauce.
- Cook pasta just until al dente to avoid mushy noodles when combined with the sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 774 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 774kcal | 39% |
| Carbohydrates | 101g | 34% |
| Protein | 44g | 88% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 242mg | 81% |
| Sodium | 1346mg | 56% |
| Potassium | 521mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 958IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 508mg | 51% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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