Description
Dive into a bowl of Creamy Garlic Seafood Pasta, where tender seafood meets a luscious garlic sauce for a comforting dinner experience. This dish combines rich flavors and delightful textures that will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 oz linguine or fettuccine
Seafood
- 1 lb shrimp
- 1 lb scallops
- 1 lb clams
Garlic
- 4 cloves fresh minced garlic
Heavy Cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
Parmesan Cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Butter
- 2 tbsp butter
Parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta
Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add your chosen pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water for later.
- Sautรฉ the Seafood
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sautรฉ for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Then, add the seafood and cook until itโs just opaque, which should take about 3-5 minutes. Remove the seafood from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Creamy Sauce
In the same skillet, pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
- Combine Everything
Return the sautรฉed seafood to the skillet and add the cooked pasta. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the creamy garlic sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish for a burst of color and flavor. Serve immediately for the best experience!
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Donโt overcook the seafood to prevent it from becoming tough.
- Adjust the creaminess by adding more cream or cheese according to preference.
- Save some pasta water to help adjust the sauceโs consistency.
- Experiment with seasonings like lemon zest or white wine for added depth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg