1-First Steps and Mise en Place: Start by getting everything ready to make your garlic infused creamy shrimp pasta a success. This means thawing and patting dry the shrimp, then seasoning them lightly. Mince the garlic and measure out your ingredients to keep things smooth and efficient.

2-First Steps and Mise en Place: Boil salted water in a medium saucepan and cook the pasta until al dente following package instructions. In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and add olive oil.

3-Cooking the Pasta and Shrimp: Cook shrimp for about a minute, seasoning with salt, pepper, and the optional seasoning until they turn pink. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining, as this helps with the sauce later. Remove shrimp and set aside to avoid overcooking.

4-Cooking the Pasta and Shrimp: In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and add garlic, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant. For tips on quick meals, check out our recipe for banana bread coffee cake, which pairs well with savory dishes like this one.

5-Building and Finishing the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and deglaze the pan with a spatula. Add Parmesan cheese and let it melt, then loosen the sauce with reserved pasta water and simmer for 1 minute. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed before tossing the pasta into the sauce to coat evenly.

6-Building and Finishing the Sauce: Return shrimp to the pan to warm gently and garnish with chopped parsley. This recipe serves 4 normal portions or 3 large servings, and it’s ready in no time for your table.