Creamy Shrimp and Broccoli Pasta Recipe 

 Shrimp and Broccoli Pasta in Cream Sauce- this simple meal comes together in less than 30 minutes! 

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Total Time: 30 mins

Yield: 4-6 serving

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It tastes like "alfredo", but it is lighter and easier to make. This is your next go-to dinner. The presentation is fancy for guest and the simplicity is fitting for a fast tasty meal.

Ingredients

Pasta Shrimp Garlic Cloves Olive Oil Fresh Broccoli Heavy Cream Parmigiano Cheese Salt and Pepper Optional: red chili flakes

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add salt, and when it's ready, cook the pasta. Add broccoli during last few minutes of cooking. 

Step 1

Sauté the garlic and broccoli until it's tender but still crunchy, season it. Add water then close the lid.

Step 2

Cook shrimp in a pan heated at medium-high for about 2-4 mins. Let it simmer, then add cream and cheese. Stir slowly.

Step 3

Drain the pasta and reserve the pasta water (1/2 cup).

Step 4

Combine the pasta, shrimp and cream sauce, and broccoli then add some cheese on top to serve.

Step 5

Recipe Variations

Use chicken instead of shrimp

Asparagus instead if broccoli

Use fresh herbs

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