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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes is a delightful comfort food that combines succulent shrimp in a velvety garlic sauce, ready in just 35 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 4 cups peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic aromatic star
  • 1 cup heavy cream for richness
  • ½ cup chicken broth adds depth
  • ½ teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 4 tablespoons chopped parsley for freshness
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 4 medium potatoes peeled and cubed
  • ½ cup milk for creaminess
  • 4 tablespoons butter for flavor

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet
  • potato masher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to a boil. Add cubed potatoes and cook for about 15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and mash with milk and butter until smooth.
  2. In a large skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper. Stir and let simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley.
  6. Serve mashed potatoes with creamy garlic shrimp ladled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 26gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months.

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