Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Sausage (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta
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400g of spaghetti
→ Sauce & Toppings
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3 ripe red bell peppers
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200ml of heavy cream
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300g of peeled and deveined fresh shrimp
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150g of chorizo sausage
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2 fresh garlic cloves
→ Seasonings
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Salt and pepper
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Basil, fresh
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1 teaspoon of thyme (dried)
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1 teaspoon of paprika
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Shredded Parmesan (optional)
# Instructions:
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Roast the red peppers until their skins darken. Put them in a plastic bag to steam. Peel off the skin, then remove the seeds and ribs. Blend them together with the heavy cream.
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Boil the spaghetti in salted water until it's al dente. Drain them and set aside.
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Sauté the chorizo slices until crispy, then set them aside. In the same pan, cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes and put them aside too.
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Sauté minced garlic in some olive oil. Stir in the blended pepper cream and let it simmer for five minutes. Sprinkle in the paprika, thyme, and some salt and pepper for flavor.
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Toss the spaghetti gently with the sauce. Add the shrimp and crispy chorizo on top. Serve it warm, topped with fresh basil and optional Parmesan.
# Notes:
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If you want more spice, pick chorizo with a stronger kick that matches your taste.
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To make the sauce creamier, try adding a splash of the leftover pasta water.