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Marry Me Shrimp Pasta Recipe

Marry Me Shrimp Pasta Recipe
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Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a creamy, flavorful gluten-free dish featuring perfectly seasoned shrimp cooked in a rich sun-dried tomato and parmesan cream sauce with spinach and gluten-free penne pasta. This easy-to-make recipe combines smoky, tangy, and aromatic elements to create a crowd-pleasing meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Shrimp

  • 1 pound extra large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 3/4 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tbsp sun-dried tomato oil (from the sun-dried tomato jar)

Sauce

  • 2 1/2 tbsp Cento tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup Cento sun-dried tomatoes, diced
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/3 tsp sweet smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 tsp dried basil
  • 2 tbsp gluten free 1:1 flour
  • 2 cups diced spinach
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp minced onion
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese

Other

  • 12 oz gluten free penne pasta
  • Fresh basil, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Boil Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gluten free penne pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season Shrimp: In a medium bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until they are evenly coated.
  3. Cook Shrimp: Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of sun-dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for about two minutes on each side until they turn pink, opaque, and form a C-shape. Avoid overcooking as shrimp turning O-shaped indicates they are overdone.
  4. Set Shrimp Aside: Remove the cooked shrimp from the skillet and set aside to cool while you prepare the sauce.
  5. Make Aromatic Base: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic, minced onion, diced sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, sweet smoked paprika, salt, and dried basil. Cook the mixture for approximately two minutes until fragrant.
  6. Thicken Sauce: Sprinkle gluten free 1:1 flour over the aromatic mixture and stir well to combine. Slowly add vegetable broth and heavy cream while stirring continuously. Add diced spinach and cook the sauce until it thickens and the spinach wilts, about 5 minutes.
  7. Add Cheese: Stir in the parmesan cheese until it melts completely into the sauce, creating a creamy texture.
  8. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Gently fold the cooked pasta into the sauce, ensuring it is evenly coated. Then add the cooked shrimp and stir carefully to combine all ingredients without breaking the shrimp.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the top for a fresh, aromatic finish. Serve the pasta immediately and enjoy your flavorful Marry Me Shrimp Pasta.

Notes

  • Do not overcook shrimp; they should form a C-shape, not a tight O-shape to remain tender.
  • Use gluten free 1:1 flour to keep the recipe gluten free and ensure proper sauce thickening.
  • If sun-dried tomato oil is unavailable, substitute with olive oil but the flavor may be milder.
  • For a lower fat option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a dairy-free cream alternative.
  • Fresh basil can be substituted with dried basil if fresh is unavailable, but use less as dried herbs are more concentrated.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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