Creamy Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients:

• 8 oz (225g) spaghetti or linguine
• 1 lb (450g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook Pasta: Boil pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook shrimp with salt and pepper for 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3. Make Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, and chili flakes. Simmer for 2 minutes.
4. Combine: Toss pasta and shrimp in the sauce until coated. Adjust seasoning.
5. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan.