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Creamy Tuscan shrimp linguine with fresh ingredients and rich sauce

Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Linguine

A creamy, indulgent pasta dish featuring succulent shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach all enveloped in delightful linguine—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or special occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Shrimp
  • 8 oz linguine pasta
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Creamy Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or dairy-free cream.
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Add more if needed while cooking.
Seasonings and Garnish
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to taste Red pepper flakes (optional) For a bit of spice.
  • Fresh basil (for garnish)

Method
 

Boil the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, stirring occasionally.
Sauté the Shrimp
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Create the Creamy Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed. Sauté garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, cooking until spinach wilts. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
Combine Everything
  1. Lower the heat, add cooked shrimp and grated Parmesan. Stir until well combined and cheese melts, adding red pepper flakes if desired.
Mix with Pasta
  1. Drain the linguine, saving a cup of pasta water. Add linguine to the creamy sauce, toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water to adjust consistency as needed.
Serve and Garnish
  1. Plate the Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Linguine, garnishing with fresh basil and extra Parmesan.

Notes

Shrimp can be substituted with chicken or vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms. If sauce appears lumpy, stir well to achieve a smooth texture.