Here’s a clear and tasty recipe idea for Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta with Spinach:
Ingredients (Serves 2-3):
- 200g penne pasta
- 250g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp red chili flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta:
Boil penne in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup pasta water. - Cook the shrimp:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from pan and set aside. - Make the sauce:
In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant. Add red chili flakes if using.
Pour in the cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time. - Add spinach and pasta:
Stir in fresh spinach until wilted. Add cooked penne and shrimp back to the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated. - Serve:
Garnish with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve hot.
This makes a creamy, cheesy, and slightly garlicky pasta with tender shrimp and fresh spinach—perfect for a quick gourmet dinner.
If you want, I can also make a lighter, healthier version with less cream but still super cheesy that tastes amazing. Do you want me to do that?
