Description
A delightful dish combining the rich flavors of garlic and butter with fresh shrimp, resulting in a creamy and impressive meal.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta (spaghetti or linguine)
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and season with salt and pepper; cook until pink and cooked through.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet; toss to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter version, use zucchini noodles instead of traditional pasta. Adjust garlic and red pepper flakes to suit your taste.