GARLIC BUTTER SHRIMP WITH CREAMY GARLIC PARMESAN LINGUINE

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🛒 What You’ll Need

For the Garlic Butter Shrimp:

  • 1 lb Large shrimp (peeled and deveined) 🦐
  • 3 tbsp Butter 🧈
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced 🧄
  • 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped 🌿
  • 1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes (for a little heat!) 🌶️
  • Salt & Black Pepper to taste 🧂

For the Creamy Parmesan Linguine:

  • 8-10 oz Linguine pasta 🍝
  • 2 tbsp Butter 🧈
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced 🧄
  • 1 cup Heavy cream 🥛
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated 🧀
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning 🌿
  • Reserved pasta water (about 1/2 cup) 💧

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Boil the Pasta: Cook the linguine in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Pro Tip: Reserve about a half-cup of that starchy pasta water before draining! 🍝💧
  2. Sear the Shrimp: While the pasta boils, melt 3 tbsp of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer. 🦐🔥
  3. Flavor Boost: Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 2 minutes per side until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Toss in fresh parsley, remove from the pan, and set aside. 🧄🌿✨
  4. Start the Sauce: In the same skillet (don’t wash it—all that flavor is gold!), melt 2 tbsp of butter and sauté the remaining minced garlic for 1 minute. 🧈🧄
  5. Make it Creamy: Pour in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Let it simmer gently for 2–3 minutes until it starts to thicken. 🥛📉
  6. Add the Cheese: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of your reserved pasta water. 🧀🌀
  7. Combine: Toss the cooked linguine into the creamy sauce until every strand is coated. 🍝✨
  8. Serve: Plate the pasta and top with your juicy garlic butter shrimp. Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley! 🍽️🤤

🔥 Pro Tips:

  • Don’t Overcook the Shrimp: Shrimp cook fast! Pull them off the heat as soon as they form a “C” shape to keep them tender and juicy. 🦐🎯
  • Fresh is Best: Use freshly grated Parmesan from a block—it melts so much smoother into the sauce than the pre-shredded stuff! 🧀💎

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