Shrimp and Mushroom Pasta
 
 
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Recipe type: Seafood
Ingredients
  • 8 oz. Linguine (half a package)
  • about 7 tablespoons of butter (...I know I know)
  • ⅓ cup cream cheese
  • package of sliced mushrooms ~ 8 oz.
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parlsey
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
  • ¼ cup pasta water (from boiled linguine)
  • ¼ cup white cooking wine ~ or more depending on taste (or regular white wine if you are able to get your hands on it)
  • About 2 pounds of fresh shrimp
Instructions
  1. Follow the directions for the pasta on the bag. My brand said to boil the water and cook for 10 minutes.
  2. While the water is boiling and the pasta is cooking, saute the mushrooms and in a large skillet with two tablespoons of butter, salt and pepper. When they are finished cooking, set the mushrooms aside in a separate bowl and cook the shrimp along with another tablespoon of butter, and a dash of salt and pepper. Watch the shrimp carefully and don't cook for longer than five minutes. Remove them right after they turn pink and no grey can be seen. It's ok if you think they might be slightly undercooked because you will have to put them back into the pan to be reheated anyway. Also remove the shrimp and set aside.
  3. In that same pan, saute the basil, parsley, cream cheese, and remaining butter, stiring constantly until the cream cheese has melted. Gradually add the cooking wine in 2 parts. Let the sauces simmer for about 10 minutes to thicken. When the sauce has reached your desired thickness, add the mushrooms and shrimp. Let those reheat for about a minute or so and then add the pasta. Toss and serve.
Recipe by A Sue Chef at http://www.asuechef.com/shrimp-and-mushroom-pasta/