Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Get ready to fall in love with a dish that will transport your taste buds to culinary bliss- Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta. Just imagine succulent shrimp, perfectly cooked pasta, and a sauce bursting with the zesty brightness of lemon and the comforting aroma of garlic. Each bite is a symphony of tastes that will leave you craving for seconds. It's a fast weeknight dinner that will win the hearts of your family and friends. Dairy-free + Gluten-free option.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 (16 oz.) package Your fave Ribbon-shaped pasta ((I love using Pappardelle pasta))
• 1-2 lbs. wild-caught jumbo or colossal shrimp, deveined
• 2 Tbsps unsalted butter
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 2 Tbsps Extra virgin olive oil ((You can also sub with butter if desired))
• 4-6 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 cups organic heavy cream
• 1/2 cup organic stock ((You can use chicken, veggie, or seafood stock))
• 2 Tbsps white cooking wine ((You can also sub with additional stock, instead))
• 1 lemon, freshly-squeezed
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp fresh or dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp fresh or dried basil
• 1/2 tsp fresh or dried thyme
• sea salt + black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup freshly-grated parmesan cheese
• 1 cup organic kale, de-stemmed + roughly chopped ((See Notes!))

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1--- COOK THE PASTA: ---
2. 2Cook pasta according to packaging. NOTE: Most ribbon pasta shapes cook about the same time as other pastas, usually 8-12 minutes, depending on brand and shape.
3. 3--- COOK THE SHRIMP: ---
4. 4In a bowl, add the shrimp along with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, parsley, and garlic powder, mixing everything together until shrimp are coated.
5. 5In a medium 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat, add the butter until melted. Add in the shrimp and cook on both sides (about 3-4 minutes), until pink and cook through. Once done, remove from skillet and set aside on a plate.
6. 6--- TO MAKE THE CREAMY SAUCE: ---
7. 7In the same skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Once heated, add the garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute or so, until fragrant.
8. 8Add the herbs + seasonings, stirring until combined.
9. 9Reduce the heat to medium-low and slowly add in the heavy cream, stock, lemon juice, and white wine, stirring until combined. Let it slightly bubble for 1-2 minutes and then add in the grated parmesan, whisking until fully melted and sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Add in the chopped kale and shrimp, stirring until combined and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
10. 10When the pasta is done, drain it and add it to the sauce, tossing until sauce fully coats + sticks to pasta.
11. 11Remove from heat and serve immediately with additional grated parmesan atop, if desired.
12. 12Bon Appetit!