Shrimp Penne Pasta Creamy (Print Format)

Tender shrimp and penne in a smooth garlic cream sauce make a satisfying meal.

# Ingredients:

→ Pasta

01 - 3 cups dry penne pasta

→ Sauce

02 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
03 - ¼ cup butter, cubed
04 - ¼ cup all-purpose flour
05 - 14.5 ounces chicken broth
06 - 5 ounces evaporated milk

→ Seafood & Cheese

07 - 1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
08 - ⅔ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

→ Seasoning

09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
10 - 1 ½ teaspoons Seafood Seasoning (Old Bay recommended)

# Steps:

01 - Boil penne pasta according to package directions, ensuring it remains al dente to prevent overcooking when combined with the sauce.
02 - In a large saucepan, sauté minced garlic in cubed butter until fragrant.
03 - Stir in all-purpose flour until fully blended. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and evaporated milk. Bring mixture to a boil, then cook and stir for 2 minutes until thickened.
04 - Add cooked shrimp, Parmesan cheese, minced parsley, and seafood seasoning to the sauce. Heat through thoroughly.
05 - Drain the cooked penne and transfer to a large bowl. Pour the shrimp and sauce mixture over the pasta and toss gently to coat evenly. Serve immediately.

# Tips:

01 - Ensure pasta is not overcooked to maintain proper texture when combined with the sauce.