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Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Corn and Tomatoes

Name: Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Corn and Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 8 ounces linguine, spaghetti, or similar; 1/2 cup reserved pasta water; 2 tablespoons butter, divided; 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail off or on, it’s up to you); 1 teaspoon salt, divided; 1–2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 2–3 ears cooked or grilled fresh sweet corn, kernels cut off the cob; 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped; squeeze of lemon juice; 1/2 to 3/4 cup heavy cream; 1/4 cup fresh basil for topping; 1/4 cup Parmesan for topping; salt and pepper to taste

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

15m

Total Time

30m

This creamy shrimp pasta with corn and tomatoes is a delicious and satisfying meal. The combination of juicy shrimp, sweet corn, and tangy tomatoes in a creamy sauce is simply irresistible. Topped with fresh basil and Parmesan, this dish is sure to become a favorite.

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Servings: 4

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8 ounces linguine, spaghetti, or similar

1/2 cup reserved pasta water

2 tablespoons butter, divided

1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined (tail off or on, it’s up to you)

1 teaspoon salt, divided

1–2 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

2–3 ears cooked or grilled fresh sweet corn, kernels cut off the cob

1 cup fresh spinach, chopped

squeeze of lemon juice

1/2 to 3/4 cup heavy cream

1/4 cup fresh basil for topping

1/4 cup Parmesan for topping

salt and pepper to taste

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, toss with oil to prevent sticking, set aside.

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon butter to the pan. Add shrimp and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Flip and cook until shrimp are cooked through. Set aside and cover to keep warm.

Add garlic and remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Add tomatoes and corn; sauté for 1-2 minutes. Add spinach; sauté until wilted. Add shrimp back to the pan. Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and lemon juice. Add cream and bring to a low simmer.

Toss the cooked pasta with your sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed. Top with basil, Parmesan, salt, or freshly cracked black pepper. GAH SO GOOD.

Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Corn and Tomatoes

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Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Corn and Tomatoes

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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