Description
A rich and creamy shrimp pasta featuring seared shellfish a velvet tomato-cream sauce and fresh basil for a romantic dinner.
Ingredients
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1 lb shrimp.
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11 oz rigatoni.
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1 cup heavy cream.
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3.5 oz sun-dried tomatoes.
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1 tbsp tomato paste.
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4 cloves garlic.
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1/4 cup fresh basil.
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1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.
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1 tsp sweet paprika.
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1 tbsp lemon juice.
Instructions
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Season shrimp with paprika and garlic powder then sear for 1 minute per side in oil and butter.
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Cook rigatoni in salted water until al dente then drain and set aside.
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Sauté minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes in the same skillet for 2 minutes.
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Stir in flour then add chicken broth while scraping the pan to build the sauce base.
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Pour in heavy cream and tomato paste then simmer for 3 minutes until thickened.
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Stir in lemon juice basil and Parmesan until the sauce is smooth and glossy.
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Add the pasta and shrimp back to the pan and toss until fully coated.
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Serve immediately with extra Parmesan and chili flakes for a professional finish.
Notes
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Using oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes is the secret to the professional savory depth of this dish.
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Patting the shrimp dry is essential for achieving a golden crust and trapping internal moisture.
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This pasta is perfect for special occasions and stays fresh for up to 2 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 mins.
- Cook Time: 20 mins.
- Category: Dinner.
- Method: Searing/Simmering.
- Cuisine: Italian-American.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl.
- Calories: ~ 722 kcal.
- Sugar: ~ 5g.
- Sodium: ~ 890mg.
- Fat: ~ 42g.
- Saturated Fat: ~ 24g.
- Unsaturated Fat: ~ 18g.
- Trans Fat: ~ 0g.
- Carbohydrates: ~ 58g.
- Fiber: ~ 4g.
- Protein: ~ 32g.
- Cholesterol: ~ 185mg.
Keywords: Shrimp Pasta, Marry Me Pasta, Creamy Seafood Pasta, Sun-Dried Tomato Recipes, Romantic Dinner Ideas, New York Recipe