Lemon Shrimp Spaghetti Recipe

Name: Lemon Shrimp Spaghetti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined and tail off; 8 ounces spaghetti noodles; 1 pint half-and-half; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); salt and pepper; 1 tablespoon dried parsley; 2 lemons, juiced and zest of one; 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, divided

Servings: persons

1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined and tail off
8 ounces spaghetti noodles
1 pint half-and-half
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
salt and pepper
1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 lemons, juiced and zest of one
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, divided

1
Cook spaghetti noodles according to package instructions until al dente.
2
While noodles are cooking mix together in a small bowl the corn starch and half and half; set aside.
3
Next in a non stick skillet over medium heat saute the shrimp in EVOO until almost done add in garlic and red pepper flakes cook until garlic is fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
4
Then add in the half and half mixture and bring to a simmer and cook until it begins to thicken stirring constantly with a whisk.
5
When cream sauce has thickened add in 1 tbls butter, parsley and half of lemon zest.
6
Simmer over low heat until shrimp are cooked through.
7
Drain the spaghetti noodles and add in the remaining 1 tbls of butter and remaining lemon zest toss to prevent noodles from sticking together.
8
Finally add in lemon juice of 2 lemons over noodles, toss and pour the shrimp cream sauce over the noodles to coat.

511

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined and tail off, 8 ounces spaghetti noodles, 1 pint half-and-half, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Lemon Shrimp Spaghetti 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.

Lemon Shrimp Spaghetti

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