Creamy Shrimp & Mozzarella Pasta

Creamy Shrimp & Mozzarella Pasta

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups penne pasta, cooked al dente
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 teaspoons salt, divided
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons chopped basil
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• Chopped basil, to garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute garlic in olive oil until fragrant, approximately 2 minutes. Add shrimp and cook approximately 3 minutes on each side. Season with half the salt, remove from pan and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, add heavy cream and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and add mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, basil and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 5 minutes and reduce to low heat. Return shrimp to the pan and add lemon juice and remaining salt. Add cooked pasta and basil and serve.

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