Garlic Shrimp Linguine In Cream Wine Sauce
"A wonderful wine cream sauce that dresses up delectable garlic shrimp to make this quick pasta dish. For easier preparation buy shrimp that have back and the vein removed."
Original is 4 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (345.5 g)
- Calories 536.9
- Total Fat - 14.9 g
- Saturated Fat - 7.8 g
- Cholesterol - 183.2 mg
- Sodium - 711.7 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 74.8 g
- Dietary Fiber - 10.3 g
- Sugars - 1.7 g
- Protein - 23.9 g
- Calcium - 124.8 mg
- Iron - 1.6 mg
- Vitamin C - 49.1 mg
- Thiamin - 0.3 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Cook linguine according to package directions until al dente; drain. Meanwhile, mix 2 tablespoons of the wine with cornstarch until smooth; set aside.
Step 2
In skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium-high heat; cook shrimp, garlic, red pepper and red pepper flakes, stirring, for about 5 min or just until shrimp are opaque. Place in bowl; set aside.
Step 3
Pour remaining wine into same pan; bring to boil, scraping up any brown bits from bottom of pan. Boil for about 3 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half; add whipping cream and return to boil. Whisk in cornstarch mixture; boil for 1 minute.
Step 4
Add shrimp mixture with any juices and toss to coat. Boil for 1 min or until sauce is thickened and shrimp are hot. Add salt and pepper, then mix in Parmesan cheese. Serve over linguine.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- For easier preparation, buy shrimp that have back and the vein removed.
- For the red bell pepper, choose a medium-sized pepper.
- Substitute the white wine with apple juice for a less potent flavor. This substitution will reduce the alcohol content of the recipe, making it more family-friendly.
- Substitute the heavy cream with evaporated milk for a lighter version of the dish. This substitution will reduce the fat content of the recipe, making it healthier while still providing a creamy texture.
Spicy Shrimp Linguine Replace the red pepper flakes with 1 teaspoon of chili powder and 1 teaspoon of paprika. Increase the amount of garlic to 6 cloves. Add 1/4 cup of diced jalapeno peppers to the shrimp mixture. Increase the amount of Parmesan cheese to 1/4 cup.
Roasted Asparagus - Roasted asparagus is a perfect complement to the garlic shrimp linguine with its bright green color and crunchy texture. It is a great way to add a healthy vegetable to the meal while balancing out the richness of the cream sauce.
Garlic Bread: Garlic bread is a delicious accompaniment to the garlic shrimp linguine. It adds a crunchy texture and a hint of garlic flavor that helps to enhance the flavor of the dish. The buttery garlic bread will also provide a nice contrast to the creamy sauce and provide a delicious way to sop up the sauce.
FAQ
Q: How do I prepare the shrimp for this recipe?
A: The shrimp should be peeled and deveined before cooking. For easier preparation buy shrimp that have the back and the vein already removed.
Q: What is the best way to cook the shrimp?
A: The best way to cook the shrimp is to sauté them in a pan with a little oil until they are pink and cooked through. You can also bake, broil, or grill them.
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Fun facts:
Garlic is known to have been used for medicinal and culinary purposes for over 7,000 years. In ancient Greece and Rome, garlic was used to treat a variety of ailments, and it was even used by the ancient Egyptians to build strength in their laborers.
This dish is said to have been a favorite of the Italian author and poet, Dante Alighieri. He is best known for his epic poem, The Divine Comedy, and is considered to be one of the greatest poets of all time.