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Creamy Marry Me Shrimp Recipe Easy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce Dinner

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A quick and easy creamy shrimp dish with sun-dried tomato sauce that balances tangy sweetness and rich creaminess, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped, packed in oil
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra virgin)
  • ¼ cup white wine (60 ml), optional (dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • A handful fresh basil, chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep the ingredients: peel and devein shrimp if needed; chop sun-dried tomatoes; mince garlic; finely chop shallots; roughly chop basil; grate Parmesan cheese.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking (1-2 minutes).
  3. Sauté shallots and garlic in the hot oil, stirring frequently until softened and fragrant but not browned (2-3 minutes).
  4. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and stir to combine (1 minute).
  5. Deglaze the pan with white wine, scraping up any bits stuck to the pan, and simmer until reduced by half (2 minutes). This step is optional.
  6. Lower heat to medium-low and stir in heavy cream, mixing well with the tomato mixture (1 minute).
  7. Add Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes, stirring continuously until cheese melts and sauce thickens slightly (1-2 minutes).
  8. Nestle shrimp into the sauce in a single layer and cook until pink and opaque, flipping halfway through (4-5 minutes).
  9. Season with salt, black pepper, and sprinkle chopped fresh basil on top (30 seconds).
  10. Serve immediately over pasta, rice, polenta, or with crusty bread.

Notes

If the sauce is too thick, loosen with a splash of pasta water or broth. Avoid overcooking shrimp to prevent rubbery texture. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut or cashew cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. Use moderate heat when sautéing garlic and shallots to avoid bitterness. Fresh basil brightens the dish; optional lemon juice adds a nice zing.

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