CREAMY SHRIMP PASTA - the kind of cook recipe

If you are searching for another easy and quick pasta recipe, this creamy, crazy delicious shrimp pasta is a must! The shrimp and pasta are smothered in a light creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. The chilli flakes, add a bit of kick that is super satisfying! This dish is always a winner and no doubt for keeps!

I like using penne to make this pasta dish, but you can use your favourite. For the shrimp, I swap it sometimes with chicken. This recipe is very versatile. Try this very soon, and you’ll know!

Ingredients

2 tablespoons Olive Oil

1 pound Jumbo Shrimp peeled and deveined

8 ounces Whole Wheat Penne

3-4 Garlic Cloves minced or pressed

4 ounces Sun-dried Tomatoes drained and chopped

½ teaspoon Chili Flakes

1 tablespoon Corn or Gluten-free Flour

1 ½ c. Skimmed Milk

1 tablespoon Dried Basil

2 c. Baby Spinach

Sea salt and pepper, to your taste

How to make Creamy Shrimp Pasta

Step 1: Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water for about 6 to 8 minutes or until al dente.

Step 2: While the pasta is cooking, heat the oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the garlic to the skillet and cook for about a minute until aromatic.

Step 3: To the skillet, add the shrimp along with the dried tomatoes, chilli flakes, dried basil, and a pinch of salt. Continue to cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the shrimps are pink. Transfer on a plate once done.

Step 4: Pour the milk into the now-empty pan. Add the flour and cook for approximately 3 to 4 minutes, whisking until the sauce has thickened. To taste, season with salt and pepper.

Step 5: Now, add the baby spinach to the sauce and cook for an additional minute until just wilted.

Step 6: Lastly, add the cooked pasta and return the shrimps to the skillet. Gently toss to combine. Serve and enjoy!

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