Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Shrimp
This dish is a beautiful combination of succulent shrimp cooked in a creamy, garlic-infused butter sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach roughly chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes optional, for a little heat
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp: Peel and devein the shrimp. Rinse them under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Sear the shrimp: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and sear for 1-2 minutes on each side, until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the garlic butter sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and butter. Let the butter melt, then add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and spinach: Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the spinach wilts and softens.
- Create the creamy sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer. Let the sauce cook for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Season the sauce: Taste and season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes, if desired.
- Combine the shrimp: Add the cooked shrimp back into the skillet and stir gently to coat them in the creamy sauce. Let them cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve over pasta, rice, or zucchini noodles. Enjoy!
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