Yum! Here's a simple and delicious recipe for your ๐ง๐ฆ Easy Cheesy Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake ๐๐ง:
๐ง๐ฆ Easy Cheesy Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake ๐๐ง
Ingredients:
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or linguine work well)
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 lemon (zest + juice)
- 1/2 cup white wine (or chicken broth)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional topping: Italian breadcrumbs + extra cheese
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Sautรฉ garlic & shrimp:
- In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds.
- Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side until just pink. Remove shrimp and set aside.
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Make scampi sauce:
- In the same skillet, add white wine (or broth) and lemon juice/zest. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until melted and creamy.
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Combine & bake:
- In a large bowl, mix pasta, sauce, cooked shrimp, and half the mozzarella.
- Pour into the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining mozzarella (and breadcrumbs, if using).
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Bake for 15–20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
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Garnish with chopped parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Serve warm!
๐ง Pro Tip: Add sautรฉed spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor and color!
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