Description
Creamy Tuscan Shrimp with Spinach is a rich and flavorful dish featuring succulent shrimp cooked in a luscious sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, fresh spinach, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for an indulgent yet simple dinner, this recipe combines Italian-inspired ingredients for a comforting and elegant meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp: Season the peeled and deveined shrimp with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to infuse them with flavor before cooking.
- Sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for about 2 minutes until fragrant and the tomatoes begin to soften.
- Cook the shrimp: Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the creamy sauce: Pour the heavy cream into the same skillet and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir frequently to combine the cream with the garlic and tomatoes.
- Add spinach and cheese: Add the chopped fresh spinach to the cream sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce becomes smooth and thickened.
- Combine shrimp and sauce: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, stirring to coat them thoroughly in the creamy Tuscan sauce. Heat through for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, and serve immediately with your choice of side such as pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Notes
- Use peeled and deveined shrimp for the best texture and ease of cooking.
- Sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil will enhance the flavor and texture of the sauce.
- Fresh spinach is preferred, but frozen chopped spinach can be used if drained well.
- Parmesan cheese adds richness; fresh grated cheese melts better for a creamy sauce.
- Serve with crusty bread or pasta to enjoy the delicious creamy sauce fully.
- Adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper as needed.
