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Creamy One-Pot Tuscan Shrimp Pasta

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A quick and easy one-pot pasta dish featuring tender shrimp, creamy cottage cheese sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (packed in oil)
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 8 ounces uncooked pasta (penne or rigatoni recommended)
  • ½ cup cottage cheese (small-curd, blended smooth)
  • 2 cups chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup heavy cream (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme mix)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • A handful fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the shrimp. Mince the garlic and chop sun-dried tomatoes. Rinse spinach and set aside.
  2. In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese with ¼ cup (60 ml) chicken broth and blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large deep skillet. Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
  4. Add shrimp to the pan, season with salt, pepper, and dried Italian herbs. Cook shrimp about 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  5. Add uncooked pasta and remaining 1¾ cups (415 ml) chicken broth to the pan. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Lower heat to medium-low. Stir in blended cottage cheese mixture and fresh spinach. Cook until spinach wilts and sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in optional heavy cream if using.
  7. Return cooked shrimp to the pan along with grated Parmesan cheese. Stir gently to combine and warm through. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Do not skip blending the cottage cheese for a smooth sauce. Cook shrimp separately to avoid rubbery texture. Stir pasta occasionally to prevent sticking. Adjust sauce thickness with broth if needed. For gluten-free, substitute pasta with gluten-free brand. For dairy-free, use dairy-free cream cheese or coconut cream and vegan Parmesan.

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