Skillet Shrimp With Spinach and Mushrooms |
|
 |
Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 55 Minutes Servings: 4 |
|
Ingredients:
12 ounces ziti pasta, uncooked (or use similar pasta) |
1 (6 ounce) package fresh baby spinach |
3 tablespoons butter |
1 onion, finely chopped |
2 cups white fresh button mushrooms, sliced |
1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or to taste) |
1 cup chicken broth |
1/4 cup dry white wine |
2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese |
1 pinch nutmeg (or to taste) |
salt and black pepper |
1 1/2 lbs fresh cooked medium shrimp (tails removed) |
parmesan cheese |
Directions:
1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente, drain and return to pot.
2. Add in the fresh spinach leaves; toss until the spinach leaves wilt; set aside.
3. Melt about 2-3 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat.
4. Add in the sliced mushrooms; cook until the mushrooms release their moisture and are browned (about 8-10 minutes).
5. Add in onion and saute for about 8 minutes or until softened, adding in the garlic the last 1-2 minutes of cooking.
6. Add/stir in chicken broth and the white wine, increase heat to medium-high and cook stirring about 8-10 minutes, or until the mixture slightly thickens.
7. Reduce heat to medium-low and add in the 6 ounces cream cheese with pinch of nutmeg; stir until smooth then season with lots of black pepper and salt to taste.
8. Add in cooked shrimp and cook until heated through.
9. Serve the cooked pasta with spinach in a large serving bowl and top with the creamed sauce; toss to combine.
10. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
|
|