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Easy Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Recipe

A quick, rich, and flavorful creamy Tuscan shrimp that comes together in about 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound shrimp thawed and peeled (31–40 count)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
  • 4-5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream or whipping cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped or julienned (oil-packed, drained preferred)
  • 1-2 cups baby spinach packed
  • handful fresh basil cut into thin strips
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter until foaming.
  2. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until incorporated and smooth, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream, then stir in the lemon juice, Italian seasoning, and sun-dried tomatoes; bring to a gentle simmer for about 2 minutes, reducing heat if the sauce boils vigorously.
  5. Add the shrimp to the sauce and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through, about 4–6 minutes depending on size.
  6. Stir in the baby spinach and sliced basil and cook until the spinach wilts, about 1–2 minutes; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve immediately, optionally squeezing additional lemon juice or sprinkling grated Parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • I use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil and drain the oil before using.
  • Adjust sun-dried tomatoes amount to taste.