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Creamy Tuscan Shrimp

Creamy Tuscan Shrimp: 20-Minute Comfort Food Delight

Creamy Tuscan Shrimp is a quick and delicious recipe, perfect for busy nights, featuring shrimp in a creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 pound Shrimp (size 31-40) use for perfect tender bite
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for lighter taste
  • 2 tablespoons Flour gluten-free flour can be used
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced freshly minced offers robust flavor
  • 1 cup Heavy cream or mix with milk for lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice freshly squeezed is best
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning adjust according to taste
For the Veggies
  • ¼ cup Sun-dried tomatoes, diced packed in oil for added flavor
  • 1-2 cups Fresh baby spinach based on preference
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh basil or dried works in lesser amounts
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Creamy Tuscan Shrimp
  1. Thaw shrimp in cold water for about 15 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels and set aside.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour into the skillet, whisking continuously for about 1 minute until smooth and golden.
  4. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring continuously.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning. Mix well and simmer for about 2 minutes.
  6. Add shrimp to the sauce and cook for roughly 5 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  7. Incorporate 1-2 cups of fresh baby spinach and ¼ cup of sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until spinach wilts.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Avoid overcooking shrimp for perfect tenderness.

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