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Marry Me Shrimp Pasta

Yields2 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time20 minsTotal Time30 mins

A creamy and flavorful shrimp pasta with tender linguine, rich Parmesan sauce, and aromatic herbs — an irresistible dish perfect for a romantic dinner.

Close-up of Marry Me Shrimp Pasta with linguine, shrimp, creamy Parmesan sauce, and fresh basil on a white plate

 250 g Linguine or other long pasta
 300 g Raw peeled shrimp
 12 tbsp Olive oil
 2 Garlic cloves (finely chopped)
 Red pepper flakes — a pinch (optional)
 1 tbsp Tomato paste or chopped sun-dried tomatoes
 200 ml Heavy cream
 60 g Grated Parmesan cheese
 1 tsp Italian seasoning
 Fresh basil leaves — a few
 Salt — to taste
 Black pepper — to taste
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Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving about ½ cup of the pasta water.

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Step 2: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until pink. Remove to a plate.

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Step 3: In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed. Sauté garlic and red pepper flakes until fragrant. Stir in tomato paste or sun-dried tomatoes and cook briefly.

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Step 4: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually stir in Parmesan until the sauce thickens. Season with Italian herbs and salt to taste.

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Step 5: Return shrimp to the skillet. Add pasta and a splash of the reserved water. Toss until coated in sauce. Top with fresh basil and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

2 servings

Serving size

350

Amount per serving
Calories540
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g33%
Total Carbohydrate 46g17%
Protein 32g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.