Creamy Parmesan Basil Shrimp

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 30 mins | Yield: 4 Servings

Talk about a creamy treat! You will surely love this incredible dish. Try it and taste it yourself. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

1 ½ lb shrimp

3 tbsp butter

4 large garlic cloves minced

½ yellow onion finely minced

3-4 oz roasted red peppers thinly sliced.

¼ tsp paprika

1 ½ c heavy cream

1 c (packed) fresh basil leaves plus more for garnish

1 c fresh grated parmesan

¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes

½ c white wine (or chicken stock)

salt to taste

black pepper to taste

Directions:

Step 1: Place a large non-stick pan on the stove and turn the heat to medium.

Step 2: Add 2 tablespoons of butter and allow it to melt.

Step 3: Season with salt and pepper the shrimp.

Step 4: Add the seasoned shrimp into the pan and sear each side for about 2 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the pan and place them on a clean plate.

Step 5: Add another tablespoon of butter into the same pan and allow it to melt.

Step 6: Add the garlic, onions, red chilli pepper flakes, paprika, salt, and pepper. Saute everything for 5 minutes or until aromatic and translucent.

Step 7: Add wine and scrape the bottom to get the brown bits, then allow the mixture to simmer.

Step 8: Turn the heat down to medium-low, then add the cream. Stir until well blended. Add more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9: Add the Parmesan cheese and stir melted completely.

Step 10: Add the basil and cook for about a minute or until wilted completely.

Step 11: Put the shrimp back to the pan and heat for 1 minute.

Step 12: Remove from the heat and sprinkle fresh basil on top.

Step 13: Serve over pasta and enjoy!

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