Creamy Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Linguine

Ingredients:

• 12 oz linguine pasta

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3 tbsp butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth

• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook linguine according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.

3. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Add heavy cream, broth, Parmesan, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens.

5. Stir in cooked linguine and shrimp, tossing to coat evenly in the creamy sauce.

6. Add lemon juice, adjust seasoning if needed, and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.