Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta & Spinach

Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta & Spinach

Shrimp and cheese—it’s a classic combination everyone can agree on. And when you pair that hearty duo with some comforting penne pasta and zesty spinach, the only thing left to do is dig in!

I’m waving my hands and feet for this Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta and Spinach! It’s the best pasta dish I’ve had in months. It’s refreshingly good and combines all my favorites on one plate – shrimp, butter, spinach, cheese, and pasta! I’m particularly obsessed with seafood pasta, and this one is a standout.

It’s creamy, cheesy, and savory. It’s so delicious that even my picky eater loves it. My daughter, who usually dislikes spinach, was surprised at how tasty this dish is. She happily ate the spinach without complaining and even asked for another plate!

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Enjoy this meal.

Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta & Spinach

Simple and delicious recipe for Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta with Spinach:

Ingredients:

• 8 oz (about 225g) penne pasta
• 1 lb (about 450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 3 cups fresh spinach, washed and chopped
• 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute or until the garlic becomes fragrant.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Season with salt and black pepper.
4. Once the shrimp are cooked, remove them from the skillet and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
6. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted.
7. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, and add the cooked penne pasta. Toss everything together until well combined.
8. Sprinkle the shredded Parmesan and mozzarella cheese over the pasta mixture. Stir until the cheese is melted and the pasta is coated in a creamy sauce.
9. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
10. Serve the Cheese Shrimp Penne Pasta & Spinach in bowls, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

Enjoy your delicious and cheesy shrimp pasta with the added goodness of spinach!