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Lemon Shrimp Pasta

Lemon Shrimp Pasta

Creamy lemon shrimp pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal with shrimp and penne in a garlicky lemon sauce.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 373 kcal

Equipment

  • Pasta pot
  • colander

Ingredients
  

For The Pasta And Shrimp

  • 8 ounces dry penne pasta
  • 12 ounces peeled and deveined fresh shrimp

For The Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup skim milk
  • salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley divided
  • shredded or grated parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Cook the pasta and shrimp. Cook pasta according to the directions on the box, adding the shrimp to the boiling water for the last 3 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook for 20 seconds, or until fragrant, stirring frequently.
  • Whisk in the flour to create a roux with the oil. Continue to whisk until the flour isn't dry. Slowly whisk in the broth until the mixture is smooth. Continue to cook until the mixture boils and thickens. Remove from heat.
  • Whisk in the parmesan cheese until melted, and then whisk in the milk until well combined. Season with salt and pepper. Lastly, stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.
  • Drain the pasta and shrimp and return it to the pot. Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked pasta and shrimp. Mix and stir until combined. Stir in 1 tablespoon of freshly chopped parsley.
  • Transfer the pasta to dinner plates. Garnish with remaining parsley and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.

Notes

Penne pasta goes great with the creamy sauce. Use about 4 quarts of water for every pound of pasta and season the water well with salt. Fresh (raw) shrimp is recommended, and ensure the sauce is whisked well to avoid curdling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 373kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 11gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 444mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 455IUVitamin C: 4.5mgCalcium: 193mgIron: 1.3mg
Keyword lemon garlic shrimp pasta, lemon shrimp pasta
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