Quick & Zesty Creamy Basil Shrimp Penne Recipe for Pasta Lovers

Quick & Zesty Creamy Basil Shrimp Penne Recipe for Pasta Lovers

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Delicious creamy basil shrimp penne awaits hungry dinner guests with its rich, aromatic blend. Discover a five-star pasta sensation that transforms weeknight meals into restaurant-worthy experiences.

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Cooking tools:

  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • Colander
  • Stove
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spatula
  • Serving bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (453 g) shrimp, deveined and shells removed
  • 8 oz (226 g) penne pasta (use gluten-free brown rice pasta for a gluten-free version)
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (use pre-shredded Mozzarella, not fresh)
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 oz (113 g) sun-dried tomatoes, without oil
  • 2 tbsps olive oil (preferably from sun-dried tomatoes jar)
  • ½ cup reserved cooked pasta water (or more, as needed)
  • 1 tbsp dried basil (use more if fresh)
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes, add more to taste
  • 1/8 tsp paprika
  • Additional ¼ tsp salt (or to taste)

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