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Marry Me Shrimp Pasta

Marry Me Shrimp Pasta: A 30-Minute Dreamy Delight

Discover the Marry Me Shrimp Pasta, a delightful 30-minute romantic dinner featuring shrimp and rigatoni in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Rigatoni
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing shrimp
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Adds richness
  • 1 lb Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 1 tsp Salt Kosher recommended
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Sweet Paprika
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Flour
  • 1 cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 tbsp Double Concentrated Tomato Paste
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Basil Leaves Can substitute parsley
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan
  • 1/4 tsp Chili Flakes Optional

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and devein the shrimp, then season with garlic powder, sweet paprika, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and unsalted butter over medium-high heat until melted.
  4. Sear the seasoned shrimp in the skillet for about 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning, cooking for 1 minute to blend flavors.
  7. Sprinkle flour, stir for 1 minute, then add chicken broth, simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
  8. Stir in heavy cream and tomato paste, bringing to a gentle boil and simmer for 3 minutes.
  9. Add lemon juice and chopped basil, mixing well. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
  10. Combine rigatoni and shrimp back into the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  11. Plate the pasta and garnish with chili flakes, basil, or Parmesan. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored for up to 2 days in the fridge or up to 3 months in the freezer.

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