Angel Hair Pasta With Shrimp Recipe

Name: Angel Hair Pasta With Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose; 1/2 cup milk; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream heavy cream 35%; 2 tablespoons basil pesto; 2 tablespoons parsley leaves chopped; 1 clove garlic minced; 2 tablespoons parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated grated; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons white pepper; 1 dash worcestershire sauce and red hot pepper sauce; 3 pounds pasta, capellini; 2 each sweet red bell peppers cut in strips; 4 pounds snow pea pods trimmed; 1 pound shrimp jumbo

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream heavy cream 35%
2 tablespoons basil pesto
2 tablespoons parsley leaves chopped
1 clove garlic minced
2 tablespoons parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated grated
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons white pepper
1 dash worcestershire sauce and red hot pepper sauce
3 pounds pasta, capellini
2 each sweet red bell peppers cut in strips
4 pounds snow pea pods trimmed
1 pound shrimp jumbo

1
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, stir in flour and cook for a few minutes until golden.
2
Add milk and cream, bring to a gentle simmer and continue to stir until thickened.
3
Add pesto, parsley, garlic, parmesan, salt, pepper, worcestershire and tabasco, and stir until blended.
4
Reduce heat and keep warm, stirring occasionally.
5
Cook pasta quickly in a large pot of boiling water (3 to 4 minutes, or until al dente).
6
At the same time, poach the pepper, snowpeas and shrimp in another pot of boiling water ( 2 or 3 minutes, or until just heated through).
7
Drain the pasta, mix it with the sauce and portion it into heated individual serving bowls.
8
Garnish each portion with shrimp and vegetables, and serve immediately.

1647

kcal

Calories

Fat

269

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose, 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream heavy cream 35%, and more.

Yes, Angel Hair Pasta With Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Angel Hair Pasta With Shrimp

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