For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of half-and-half. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat. If you don't have fresh mushrooms, you can use canned mushrooms, drained. Garnish with a lemon wedge for brightness. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Creamy Tuscan-Inspired Shrimp
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME40 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS18
Transport yourself to the heart of Tuscany with this luscious shrimp dish. Tender shrimp mingle with sun-dried tomatoes, vibrant spinach, and a creamy Parmesan sauce, all draped over perfectly cooked spaghetti. A quick and elegant meal that's bursting with flavor!
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate51 g
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Cholesterol239 mg
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Fiber5 g
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Protein36 g
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Saturated Fat15 g
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Sodium606 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat29 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
12 mins
Cook the Spaghetti: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions, about 12 minutes, or until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water. Set aside.
02
Step
6 mins
Sauté the Aromatics and Shrimp: While the pasta is cooking, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and garlic from the skillet and set aside.
03
Step
10 mins
Build the Sauce Base: Add diced onion and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Pour in white wine and let it reduce by half, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
04
Step
8 mins
Create the Creamy Tuscan Magic: Reduce heat to low. Add baby spinach and half-and-half to the skillet. Cook until spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Simmer gently until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth, about 3 minutes.
05
Step
2 mins
Thicken (If Needed): If the sauce isn't thick enough, whisk together water and cornstarch in a small bowl. Create a well in the center of the skillet and pour in the cornstarch slurry. Stir constantly until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
06
Step
2 mins
Combine and Serve: Return the cooked shrimp and garlic to the skillet and heat through, about 1 minute. Toss the cooked spaghetti with the sauce, adding a little of the reserved pasta water if needed to adjust the consistency. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.
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Finn Bruen
Jun 24, 2025I doubled the garlic because we love garlic, and it was fantastic!
Asia Leannon
Jun 13, 2025The perfect weeknight meal! I love that it uses simple ingredients and comes together in under 30 minutes.
Gussie Rutherford
Jun 12, 2025This recipe was amazing! The sauce was so creamy and flavorful. My family loved it!
Marley Stanton
Jun 5, 2025Easy to follow and quick to make. I substituted the spinach with kale and it was still delicious!
Edna Mosciski
May 9, 2025I've made this several times and it's always a hit. I sometimes add a little bit of chicken broth to thin the sauce if it gets too thick.