Spicy Shrimp Linguine with Basil Cream Sauce
Savor the rich flavors of creamy basil sauce mixed with succulent shrimp on a bed of linguine. A delightful meal ready in just 25 minutes!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound linguine pasta
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Season the shrimp with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Meanwhile, cook linguine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in chopped basil and Parmesan cheese.
- Stir the cooked pasta into the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency. Add shrimp and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh basil if desired.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add extra red pepper flakes before serving.