Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of our Creamy Mozzarella Shrimp Pasta, a delightful dish that brings together tender shrimp, creamy mozzarella Alfredo sauce, and perfectly cooked penne pasta. Each bite is a celebration of flavors, accentuated by sun-dried tomatoes and aromatic herbs. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also elegant enough to impress your guests on special occasions. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a gathering with loved ones, this dish promises to leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound shrimp (deveined)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 4 oz sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sauté the shrimp until they turn pink (about 3–5 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in half-and-half and let it simmer for about 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in mozzarella cheese, basil, red pepper flakes, and salt; mix until smooth.
- Combine cooked penne with the sauce and add reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 190mg