This easy cheese shrimp penne pasta & spinach recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta & Spinach
This easy cheese shrimp penne pasta & spinach recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- a packet of pasta linguini
- kilogram of peeled shrimp
- cups baby spinach leaves
- garlic cloves
- tablespoons of tomato paste
- cup of cherry tomatoes sliced in half
- Half a cup of finely grated Parmesan cheese
- tablespoon of butter
- Half a cup of vegetable oil
- fresh basil leaves chopped
- Half a teaspoon of oregano spice
- Half a teaspoon of black pepper
- Chopped parsley for garnishing
- salt
- A tablespoon of lemon juice
Instructions
- Make pasta according to pkg. Last 5 mins of cooking add your shrimp to pasta water. Cook until no longer pink. Drain all but 1 C of water for next step. Keep pasta and shrimp warm.
- In a pan add oil & butter over Med heat. When butter melts add, pasta to pan. Toss to coat. Season. Cook for 2 mins, stirring often.
- Enjoy
Tips for the Best Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta & Spinach
- Pre-heat & Prep: Always gather all ingredients before cooking cheese shrimp penne pasta & spinach.
- Flavor Adjustment: Adjust seasoning to taste near the end of cooking.
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.