Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients:
- 1 box Penne pasta, cooked as directed
- 1 pound peeled shrimp, tails removed
- 3 cups chopped fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 3 teaspoons olive oil
Instructions:
- Prepare Pasta:
- Cook the Penne pasta according to the package directions. Set aside.
- Prepare Shrimp and Spinach:
- In a large sauté pan, heat olive oil.
- Add chopped fresh spinach and minced garlic. Cook until the spinach is tender.
- Add peeled shrimp to the spinach and toss to combine.
- Combine Pasta and Shrimp Mixture:
- Add the cooked pasta to the shrimp and spinach mixture. Toss to combine.
- Prepare Cheese Sauce:
- In a small saucepan, bring the heavy cream to a boil.
- Add shredded mozzarella to the cream, stirring until all the cheese is melted.
- Combine and Serve:
- Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta mixture. Toss to combine and coat the pasta evenly.
- Garnish as desired and enjoy your Cheesy Shrimp Penne Pasta with Spinach!
Note: This dish is creamy, cheesy, and savory—a perfect blend of flavors for a delightful pasta experience