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Shrimp Pasta

A quick and flavorful weeknight pasta with juicy shrimp in a simple tomato sauce, finished with fresh parsley.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
550
Protein
30g
Shrimp Pasta
ComfortingQuickItalianShrimpSaucyWeeknightPastaDinner

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cook the 8 oz spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.

  2. Step 2

    While pasta cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  3. Step 3

    Add 1/2 lb shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.

  4. Step 4

    Pour 1.5 cups tomato sauce into the skillet. Simmer until slightly thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. Step 5

    Return shrimp to the sauce, add the drained spaghetti, and toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water if needed. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp parsley and serve.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Colander

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