Description
A delightful dish of shrimp cooked in a rich, creamy garlic sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt and blend into the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper, tasting as you go to achieve your desired flavor.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Use large shrimp for better texture. Keep the shrimp chilled until ready to cook for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: shrimp, creamy, garlic, seafood, quick meal, elegant dinner