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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes: A Delicacy to Savor

A delicious recipe for creamy garlic shrimp served over fluffy mashed potatoes, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 4 large potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup butter for mashed potatoes

Method
 

  1. Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. Drain the potatoes and mash them with milk and butter until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
  4. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Let it simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Season the shrimp mixture with salt, pepper, and chopped parsley.
  8. Serve the creamy garlic shrimp over the mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For added flavor, you can include a splash of lemon juice in the shrimp mixture.
  • Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrition.
  • Adjust the garlic amount according to your taste preference.

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