Creamy Shrimp And Spinach Pasta Recipe

Name: Creamy Shrimp And Spinach Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces ziti pasta, uncooked; 6 ounces Baby Spinach, fresh; 1 tablespoon butter; 8 ounces baby portabella mushrooms, sliced; 1 large white onion, chopped; 2 teaspoons garlic, minced; 2 cups chicken broth, low sodium, fat free; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 6 ounces low-fat cream cheese; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, plus; 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly grated; 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and cooked, tails removed (41-50 shrimp); 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Servings: persons

12 ounces ziti pasta, uncooked
6 ounces Baby Spinach, fresh
1 tablespoon butter
8 ounces baby portabella mushrooms, sliced
1 large white onion, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
2 cups chicken broth, low sodium, fat free
1/4 cup dry white wine
6 ounces low-fat cream cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, plus
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly grated
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and cooked, tails removed (41-50 shrimp)
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated

1
Cook pasta according to the package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain; return to the pan. Immediately stir in spinach; toss until the spinach wilts. Set aside.
2
Melt 1 tbsp butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add mushrooms, and cook, stirring occasionally for 8 minutes, or until browned. Add onion, and saute over medium heat for 10 minutes or until tender. Add garlic and saute for 1 minute.
3
Stir in chicken broth and white wine. Increase heat to medium high heat, and cook, stirring often for 8 minutes or until the mixture thickens slightly. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in the cream cheese and next 3 ingredients until smooth. Add the cooked shrimp, and cook until thoroughly heated. Pour shrimp mixture over the pasta mixture; toss to combine. Sprinkle evenly with grated Parmesan cheese, and serve immediately.

868

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Protein

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* 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.
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: 12 ounces ziti pasta, uncooked, 6 ounces Baby Spinach, fresh, 1 tablespoon butter, 8 ounces baby portabella mushrooms, sliced, and more.

Yes, Creamy Shrimp And Spinach Pasta 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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Creamy Shrimp And Spinach Pasta

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