Description
This Marry Me Shrimp Pasta is a flavorful, creamy dish featuring succulent extra-large shrimp sautéed in sun-dried tomato oil, tossed with gluten-free penne pasta, and enveloped in a rich sun-dried tomato and parmesan cream sauce, garnished with fresh basil for a deliciously romantic and comforting meal.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Seasoning
- 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 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp minced onion
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 cups diced spinach
Pasta and Garnish
- 12 oz gluten free penne
- Fresh basil, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gluten-free penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season the Shrimp: In a medium bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat the sun-dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for about two minutes per side, or until they turn pink, opaque, and form a C-shape. Avoid overcooking, as O-shaped shrimp indicate overdone.
- Set Shrimp Aside: Remove the cooked shrimp from the skillet and set aside to cool slightly.
- Sauté Aromatics and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: In the same skillet, melt the 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 this mixture for approximately two minutes or until fragrant.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in the gluten-free flour to the aromatic mixture and mix well to form a roux. Gradually add the vegetable broth, heavy cream, and diced spinach, stirring continuously as the sauce thickens and the spinach wilts — about five minutes.
- Finish the Sauce: Add the parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until fully melted and incorporated.
- Combine Pasta and Shrimp: Carefully fold the cooked gluten-free penne into the sauce, then gently stir in the cooked shrimp to combine everything evenly.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped basil on top for garnish. Serve immediately and enjoy your rich, creamy Marry Me Shrimp Pasta!
Notes
- Be careful not to overcook the shrimp; they should be pink and C-shaped for best texture.
- Use gluten-free pasta and flour to keep the dish gluten-free.
- Sun-dried tomato oil adds intense flavor; if not available, substitute with olive oil but expect a milder taste.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer a minute longer before adding the cheese.
- Fresh spinach can be substituted with kale for a different texture and flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: Shrimp pasta, creamy pasta, gluten free pasta, sun-dried tomato sauce, Italian shrimp pasta, easy dinner
