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Easy Creamy Garlic Shrimp

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A simple yet indulgent creamy garlic shrimp recipe, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.


Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish


Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Introduce the shrimp to the skillet, cooking until it turns pink, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to blend.
  5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted into the sauce.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve over freshly cooked pasta or rice, garnishing with chopped parsley.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of lemon juice before serving.