Description
Indulge in the romance of Marry Me Shrimp Pasta, a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp with gluten-free penne in a luxuriously creamy sun-dried tomato sauce. This recipe is perfect for date nights or family dinners, promising an elegant dining experience that could inspire heartfelt proposals. Its vibrant colors and rich flavors make it a standout choice for any occasion, ensuring your meal is both comforting and impressive. With simple preparation steps and versatile ingredient options, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz gluten-free penne
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Garlic, minced
- Onion, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ tablespoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon dried basil
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free 1:1 flour
- 2 cups diced spinach
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the gluten-free penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, season the shrimp with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and salt.
- Heat sun-dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook shrimp for about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat; sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.
- Add diced sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and dried basil; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Stir in gluten-free flour; gradually add vegetable broth and heavy cream while stirring until thickened. Mix in spinach until wilted.
- Blend in parmesan cheese until melted; combine with drained penne and cooked shrimp.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg