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Creamy Shrimp Linguine in White Wine Sauce

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A quick and comforting creamy shrimp linguine made with a silky white wine sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 12 ounces (340g) dried linguine pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small shallot, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc)
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 ounces (340g) linguine and cook according to package instructions (about 9-11 minutes) until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup (120ml) pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and shallots, stirring frequently for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened but not browned.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  4. Pour 1/2 cup (120ml) dry white wine into the skillet. Scrape up browned bits with a wooden spoon. Let wine simmer and reduce by half, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in 3/4 cup (180ml) heavy cream and 1/2 cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan. Cook gently, stirring until sauce thickens and cheese melts, about 3-5 minutes. Add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if sauce is too thick.
  6. Return shrimp to skillet, add drained linguine, and toss to coat pasta with sauce. Season with salt, pepper, and add 1 tablespoon lemon juice if using.
  7. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over linguine and toss again. Serve immediately.

Notes

Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them tender. Slowly reduce white wine to build flavor. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melting and flavor. Add lemon juice and parsley at the end for brightness.

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Keywords: shrimp linguine, creamy pasta, white wine sauce, quick dinner, easy shrimp recipe, weeknight meal, seafood pasta

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