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Fettuccine with Shrimp, Tomatoes, and Spinach Cream Sauce

Fettuccine with Shrimp, Tomatoes, and Spinach Cream Sauce: A Beginner-Friendly Guide
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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with this Creamy Fettuccine with Shrimp, Tomatoes, and Spinach. This beginner-friendly dish features succulent shrimp sautéed to perfection, paired with vibrant cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach, all enveloped in a luscious garlic cream sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare and is sure to impress your family or guests. Serve it alongside crusty bread or a refreshing salad for a complete meal that brings comfort and flavor to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces fettuccine (or preferred pasta)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced shallot
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup minced flat-leaf parsley
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (as an alcohol substitute)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccine until al dente, about 8 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, drain the rest, and set aside.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add two sliced garlic cloves and sauté until lightly browned. Remove garlic from skillet.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and keep warm.
  4. In the same skillet, cook shallots until softened. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Incorporate cherry tomatoes and parsley; pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil for about 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in spinach until wilted; return shrimp to the skillet along with heavy cream, mixing well.
  7. Adjust seasoning as needed; add reserved pasta water if sauce is too thick.
  8. Toss cooked fettuccine into the sauce until well coated.

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