Creamy Blue Cheese Shrimp Pasta (Print View)

Rich blue cheese sauce coats linguine and tender shrimp for an indulgent, satisfying main dish.

# Components:

→ Pasta & Protein

01 - 10.5 ounces linguine
02 - 10.5 ounces shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Sauce

03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 4 fluid ounces heavy cream
05 - 3.5 ounces blue cheese, crumbled

# Method:

01 - Cook linguine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
02 - Heat a skillet over medium and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
03 - Add heavy cream and blue cheese to skillet, stirring until the cheese is fully melted and sauce is smooth.
04 - Add drained linguine to the sauce and shrimp mixture, tossing gently to evenly coat. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High protein main dish
  • Quick and impressive gourmet meal
02 -
  • This recipe contains shellfish, dairy, and wheat
  • Use fresh shrimp for best texture and flavor
03 -
  • Add freshly chopped parsley or walnuts for extra crunch
  • Reserve some pasta water to loosen sauce if thick
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