Saffron-Simmered Shell Pasta with Lemon-Scented Shrimp

Name: Saffron-Simmered Shell Pasta with Lemon-Scented Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz shells pasta; 1 lb, peeled and deveined shrimp; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/4 tsp, crumbled saffron threads; 1, zest and juice lemon; 3 cloves, minced garlic; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Tender pasta tossed with plump shrimp and saffron-infused cream sauce, brightened with lemon zest.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz shells pasta
1 lb, peeled and deveined shrimp
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 tsp, crumbled saffron threads
1, zest and juice lemon
3 cloves, minced garlic
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz shells pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 lb shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in 1/4 tsp crumbled saffron threads, 1 cup heavy cream, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Simmer for 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 4: Add drained pasta and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water to the skillet. Toss with shrimp, 1 tbsp lemon zest, and 1/4 cup chopped parsley until evenly coated and sauce clings to pasta.