How to Make Shrimp and Mushroom Angel Hair Pasta - A Step-by-Step Guide

Shrimp and Mushroom Angel Hair Pasta is a delightful and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy night in or an impressive dinner party. This recipe is a wonderful combination of tender shrimp, earthy mushrooms, and delicate angel hair pasta, all tossed in a savory garlic and white wine sauce.

As you take your first bite of this dish, you'll be greeted with the rich and savory flavors of the sautéed mushrooms and garlic, perfectly complemented by the succulent shrimp and the light, ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound angel hair pasta
  • ¼ cup butter, divided
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined and butterflied
  • 1 ½ cups sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 4 tablespoons chopped shallots
  • ½ cup port wine
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1 pint heavy cream
  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed
  • salt to taste
  • 2 teaspoons white sugar (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground white pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
  • In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat; saute mushrooms until soft. Season with salt to taste; set aside.
  • In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium-low heat; cook shrimp for a few minutes. Season with salt to taste; set aside.
  • In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat; saute shallots for a few minutes. Pour in port wine, white wine and cream; allow to cook over medium-low heat until it thickens.
  • Stir in mushrooms, shrimp, garlic, salt, sugar and ground white pepper; toss with pasta and serve.
  • Nutrition

    704 cal.

    • Total Fat: 40g
    • Saturated Fat: 23g
    • Cholesterol: 244mg
    • Sodium: 355mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 50g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 106mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 484mg