Description
Indulge in the irresistible Marry Me Shrimp Pasta, a culinary delight that combines tender shrimp with gluten-free penne in a luxurious sun-dried tomato sauce. This creamy dish is perfect for romantic dinners or family gatherings, offering a balance of rich flavors and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 oz gluten-free penne
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- ½ tablespoon smoked paprika
- ¾ tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1½ tablespoons sun-dried tomato oil (from jar)
- 2½ tablespoons tomato paste (Cento recommended)
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ⅓ teaspoon sweet smoked paprika
- ¾ teaspoon dried basil
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free 1:1 flour
- 2 cups diced spinach
- 2 tablespoons minced onion
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil the gluten-free penne according to package instructions until al dente.
- Season shrimp with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and salt.
- In a skillet, heat sun-dried tomato oil over medium heat and cook the shrimp for about 2 minutes per side until pink.
- Remove shrimp and sauté garlic and onion in butter until fragrant.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, seasonings, and flour; stir in vegetable broth gradually.
- Incorporate heavy cream and spinach; cook until thickened.
- Mix pasta into the sauce along with cooked shrimp; combine thoroughly.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 689
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1070mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 74g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 223mg