Ingredients
– 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
– 4 finely minced garlic cloves
– 1 cup fresh spinach
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/2 cup fresh parmesan cheese
– 1/8 tsp red crushed pepper (optional)
– 1 tbsp butter
– 1/4 tsp paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1-Start by heating oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat to get that rich base going. Once the pan is ready, season the 1 lb of peeled and deveined shrimp with salt, pepper, and 1/4 tsp of paprika for a flavorful kick.
2-Cook the shrimp for about 30 seconds on each side until they turn pink, then remove them from the skillet to let them rest. If needed, add a bit more oil, then toss in the 4 finely minced garlic cloves and 1/8 tsp of red crushed pepper, cooking for just 15 seconds until fragrant. Next, stir in 1 cup of fresh spinach, season it lightly, and let it cook for 1 to 2 minutes until it wilts down.
3-Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1/2 cup of fresh parmesan cheese, stirring everything together and seasoning again if needed. Let the sauce simmer for 6 to 7 minutes until it thickens beautifully.
4-Finally, return the shrimp to the skillet, cover, and cook for another 30 seconds over low heat to blend the flavors. Serve it up garnished with fresh parsley for a finishing touch, and enjoy with rice or pasta for a complete meal (try pairing it with a refreshing drink like blueberry lemonade for balance).
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Use fresh spinach and sautΓ© it well before adding to enhance flavor and texture.
π· Optionally add wine after cooking garlic, reducing it by half before adding cream for deeper flavor.
π Double the sauce for tossing with pasta, or add vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini to vary the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: SautΓ©ing and simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Standard
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1137mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 383mg
