Tuscan Butter Shrimp Dinner (Printer-Friendly Version)
Shrimp simmered with Tuscan butter, cherry tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan for a rich, satisfying dinner.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Seafood
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450 g shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed
→ Produce
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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225 g cherry tomatoes, halved
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90 g baby spinach
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15 g basil, thinly sliced
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Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
→ Dairy
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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120 ml heavy cream
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25 g freshly grated Parmesan
→ Pantry
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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Kosher salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. When oil is shimmering, add shrimp and sear until underside is golden, about 2 minutes, then flip and cook until opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet and allow to melt. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add cherry tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook until tomatoes begin to burst. Add baby spinach and cook until just wilted.
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Pour in heavy cream, add Parmesan and basil. Bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce slightly thickens, about 3 minutes.
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Return shrimp to the skillet and stir well to combine with the sauce. Cook until shrimp are heated through. Garnish with additional basil and squeeze lemon juice over the top before serving.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
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For enhanced flavor, consider using shrimp with shells. Serve over pasta, alongside crusty bread, or with a fresh salad for a complete meal.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.