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Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake

Irresistible Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake for Cozy Nights

Delight in this Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake, a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights and impressive enough for dinner parties.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Linguine or Spaghetti
For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Large Shrimp peeled and deveined
For the Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Butter
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes adjust to spice tolerance
  • 1/2 cup White Wine or Chicken Broth
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice fresh
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest fresh
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for lighter version
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
Seasonings
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add your linguine or spaghetti. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add 1 pound of large shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until shrimp turns pink and opaque, then remove from skillet.
  5. Pour 1/2 cup of white wine or chicken broth into the skillet, scraping the bottom. Simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  6. Stir in the lemon zest and juice along with 1 cup of heavy cream. Simmer gently, stirring frequently until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, season with salt and pepper. Ensure all pasta is well coated.
  8. Transfer pasta mixture to a greased baking dish. Nestle sautéed shrimp on top.
  9. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the top.
  10. Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly, with a golden brown top.
  11. Let cool for a few minutes, then garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfectly cooked shrimp should be pink and opaque. Stir cream into sauce to prevent curdling. Let wine simmer to cook off alcohol. Distribute cheese evenly for a melty topping. Use a heat-distributing baking dish for best results.

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