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Silky Garlic Shrimp Pasta

A creamy and comforting Italian-American dish that combines tender shrimp with bowtie pasta, garlic, and parmesan for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 300 g bowtie pasta Opt for high-quality, durum wheat options for better texture and taste.
For the Shrimp
  • 500 g shrimp (peeled and cleaned) Choose firm shrimp with a light ocean smell.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can be replaced with coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese (grated) Freshly grated parmesan is preferred for better melting.
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp chili flakes Adjust to taste for more heat.
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp parsley (chopped) For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Toss the peeled shrimp with paprika, chili flakes, black pepper, salt, and Italian seasoning until evenly coated.
  2. Boil the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter on medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant and lightly golden.
  2. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and add grated parmesan, stirring until the cheese melts into a creamy sauce.
Combining and Serving
  1. Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce until well-coated. Serve immediately garnished with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of chili flakes.

Notes

This dish keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days. For freezing, store in a freezer-safe container and it will preserve its quality for up to 2 months.