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25-Minute Shrimp and Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta: Irresistible Comfort

Shrimp and Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta
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A delicious and creamy pasta dish with shrimp, tomatoes, and fresh basil. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add cherry tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  5. Stir in heavy cream, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Return shrimp to the skillet and add cooked pasta. Toss to combine.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh basil for the best flavor.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for more or less heat.
  • Substitute half and half for heavy cream if desired.

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