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Tuscan Shrimp Pasta Recipe: Easy, Delicious, and Ready in 40 Minutes

Tuscan Shrimp Pasta creamy garlic sauce
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Creamy and flavorful Tuscan Shrimp Pasta made with tender shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce — perfect for a comforting dinner.

Ingredients

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  • For the Pasta & Shrimp:
  • 8 oz (225 g) pasta of choice (fettuccine, penne, or spaghetti)
  • 1 lb (450 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • For the Tuscan Sauce:
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup (75 g) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups (60 g) fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Optional: crushed red pepper flakes for heat
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook pasta: According to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup pasta water.

2. Cook shrimp: Season shrimp with paprika, salt, and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.

3. Make sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.

4. Add spinach: Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.

5. Combine: Return shrimp to the skillet. Toss in cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired sauce consistency.

6. Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Use fresh or frozen shrimp — just be sure they’re fully thawed before cooking.

Penne holds the sauce well, but fettuccine creates a creamy, luxurious bite.

You can substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce, but the cream adds richness.

Add extra chili flakes if you like more heat.

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