Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake
This Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake is a delightful combination of elegance and comfort, making it a must-try for pasta and seafood lovers alike. Enjoy this cheesy, garlicky goodness any night of the week!
Ingredients
- Shrimp: 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- Pasta: 12 oz linguine or spaghetti
- Butter: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Garlic: 4 cloves minced
- Lemon Juice: 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed
- White Wine: ½ cup optional, for added flavor
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup
- Parmesan Cheese: 1 cup grated
- Mozzarella Cheese: 1 cup shredded
- Breadcrumbs: ¼ cup for topping
- Parsley: Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
Instructions
- Boil pasta in salted water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add white wine and lemon juice, simmering for 2-3 minutes to slightly reduce.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, cooking until the sauce thickens.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Transfer the pasta and sauce to a greased baking dish.
- Top with cooked shrimp, shredded mozzarella cheese, and breadcrumbs.
- Bake the dish for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve hot. Enjoy!
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