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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes: Pure Comfort Bliss

Indulge in creamy garlic shrimp over mashed potatoes for pure comfort bliss.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic provides essential flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Dairy-free alternative: olive oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika for added depth.
  • Salt and Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • Chopped Parsley For garnish.
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Potatoes, Yukon Gold or Russet Choose starchy varieties.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Adjust for desired creaminess.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Use vegan butter for plant-based option.
  • Salt To taste.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • potato masher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and chop potatoes into uniform chunks. Boil in salted water for about 15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and return to pot.
  2. Add 4 tablespoons of butter and 1/2 cup of milk to potatoes and mash until creamy. Season with salt and keep warm.
  3. Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a skillet. Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add shrimp, paprika, salt, and pepper to skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Serve mashed potatoes topped with creamy garlic shrimp and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust cream and butter quantities to taste. Always use fresh garlic for the best flavor.

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