Creamy Garlic Shrimp and Mushroom Pasta

Here’s a delicious Creamy Garlic Shrimp and Mushroom Pasta recipe you can try:

Ingredients:

• 250g (8.8 oz) linguine or spaghetti
• 300g (10.5 oz) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 200g (7 oz) mushrooms, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
• Red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta: Cook the linguine or spaghetti in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, saving a bit of pasta water for later.
2. Sauté the shrimp: In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
3. Cook the mushrooms: In the same pan, melt the butter. Add the mushrooms and sauté for about 5-6 minutes until golden and tender. Add the onion and garlic, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
4. Make the sauce: Pour in the broth and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Let the sauce simmer gently for another 5 minutes until thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
5. Combine everything: Add the cooked shrimp and pasta back into the pan, tossing to coat everything in the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
6. Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

This recipe is perfect for a quick, indulgent meal!