Description
Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake is a creamy, cheesy delight that combines succulent shrimp with al dente pasta, making it the ideal comfort food for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, then drain (reserve some pasta water).
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add garlic, and sauté until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
- Stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; let simmer.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted, then combine with cooked pasta and shrimp.
- Transfer to a baking dish, top with extra cheese if desired, and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 472
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: - For added spice, incorporate red pepper flakes into the sauce. - Substitute shrimp with chicken or vegetables for different variations. - Fresh herbs like basil can enhance flavor.