Description
Indulge in the delightful Marry Me Shrimp Pasta, a dish that promises to impress with its rich flavors and creamy textures. This easy-to-make recipe features succulent shrimp tossed in a luscious sun-dried tomato sauce served over gluten-free penne, making it a perfect choice for romantic dinners or cozy family meals. In just 35 minutes, you can create a visually stunning and delicious dish that might even inspire a marriage proposal! With its combination of Italian herbs, parmesan, and vibrant spinach, this pasta is both comforting and elegant, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound extra large shrimp
- ½ tablespoon smoked paprika
- ¾ tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1½ tablespoons sun-dried tomato oil (from jar)
- 12 oz gluten-free penne
- 2½ tablespoons tomato paste (Cento recommended)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, diced (Cento recommended)
- ⅓ teaspoon sweet smoked paprika
- ¾ teaspoon dried basil
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free 1:1 flour
- 2 cups diced spinach
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons minced onion
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the gluten-free penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. In a mixing bowl, season shrimp with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- 3. Heat sun-dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook shrimp for about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet.
- 4. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic and onion until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and dried basil; cook for 2 minutes.
- 5. Stir in gluten-free flour, vegetable broth, heavy cream, and spinach; simmer until thickened.
- 6. Mix in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth then add the cooked pasta and shrimp back into the skillet. Toss to coat.
- 7. Garnish with fresh chopped basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg