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Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Mushrooms

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Tender shrimp, savory mushrooms, and fettuccine tossed in a rich Parmesan–Mozzarella cream sauce with garlic, basil, paprika, and a hint of heat — a comforting pasta dish ready in just 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 8 oz fettuccine pasta (or gluten-free brown rice pasta)
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water (optional)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb shrimp (10 large or 20 small, peeled, deveined)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 tsp dried basil
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 8 oz mushrooms, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Boil pasta according to package instructions. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water for later.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and garlic; sauté briefly.
  3. Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook 1 minute on the first side until pink. Flip and season with basil, paprika, red pepper flakes, and salt. Cook 1–2 more minutes until pink on both sides. Remove shrimp (slightly undercooked is fine—they will finish in the sauce).
  4. In the same skillet, add mushrooms (add more oil if needed) and sauté for about 2 minutes until soft and juices release. Season lightly with salt.
  5. Return shrimp to skillet. Add half-and-half and bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Stir in half of the cheese mix. Once melted, gradually add the remaining cheese, stirring until creamy (you may not need all). Adjust salt to taste.
  7. Add drained pasta to the sauce. Toss and reheat over medium heat. If sauce is too thick, add pasta water a little at a time.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, basil, or red pepper flakes as desired.
  9. Plate hot and garnish with extra Parmesan or basil, if desired.

Notes

  • For a lighter sauce, substitute whole milk for half-and-half (sauce will be thinner).
  • Use fresh basil instead of dried for a brighter flavor.
  • Gluten-free pasta works well in this recipe.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 571
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 220mg

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/creamy-shrimp-pasta-with-mushrooms/