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🍤🧀 Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta & Spinach Recipe 🧀🍤

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This Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta with Spinach is a creamy, delicious dish packed with flavors of garlic, cheese, and tender shrimp. Perfect for a comforting dinner!

📋 Ingredients:

  • 🍤 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 🌾 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 🧈 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 🌿 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 🥛 1 cup heavy cream
  • 🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 🧂 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 🧀 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 🧀 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 🍋 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 🌿 Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

📝 Instructions:

  1. Cook the Pasta:
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  1. Cook the Shrimp:
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  1. Sauté the Garlic:
  • In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  1. Add Spinach:
  • Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  1. Make the Cream Sauce:
  • Pour in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  1. Add Cheese:
  • Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese until melted and well combined.
  1. Combine Pasta and Shrimp:
  • Add the cooked penne pasta and shrimp to the skillet. Toss to coat everything evenly in the creamy sauce.
  1. Finish with Lemon Juice:
  • Stir in the lemon juice for a bright, fresh flavor.
  1. Serve:
  • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

⏲ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
⏲ Cooking Time: 20 minutes
🍲 Total Time: 30 minutes
👥 Servings: 4
🔥 Calories: 450 kcal per serving

💡 Notes:

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when sautéing the garlic.
  • You can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk for a lighter version.
  • Feel free to use other types of pasta, like fettuccine or rigatoni, if you prefer.

Enjoy your creamy and delicious Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta with Spinach! 🍤🧀🌿