– 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
– 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (14.5 ounces) crushed tomatoes
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh basil leaves for garnish
– Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Creating Shrimp Pasta with Creamy Tomato Sauce is simple if you follow these easy steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine or spaghetti and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and then drain the pasta.
2. Sauté the Shrimp: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes, turning once, until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
3. Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Be careful not to let it burn.
4. Add Tomatoes and Cream: Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir well. Allow to simmer for 5 minutes. Add the heavy cream, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
5. Combine Pasta and Shrimp: Return the sautéed shrimp to the skillet and add the drained pasta. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed until you achieve your desired sauce consistency.
6. Serve: Once combined, remove from heat. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Each step brings you closer to enjoying a delicious bowl of Shrimp Pasta with Creamy Tomato Sauce.