Creamy Lemon Basil Shrimp Pasta
 
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A tangy and creamy gluten free pasta dish loaded with fresh shrimp, mushrooms and basil. A hint of garlic and splash of lemon juice take this dish to the next level!
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Recipe type: Main
Serves: 6
Ingredients
  • ½ can evaporated milk
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • juice of two lemons
  • 1½ tablespoons chopped basil
  • 3 cloves of garlic or ½ tespoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • dash of cayenne
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • Enough skim milk to make 2 cups
  • 1 lb. cooked shrimp, tails taken off
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups sliced mushrooms
  • 3 cups packed spinach leaves
  • 8 oz. cooked gluten free spaghetti (I prefer Barilla brand)
Directions
  1. Prepare sauce by mixing together in a 1 pint Pyrex measuring cup (or other small bowl with measuring markers) evaporated milk, cornstarch, juice of 2 lemons, basil, garlic powder (if using instead of fresh garlic), onion powder, coriander, black pepper, cayenne, paprika, salt, and enough milk to make mixture equal 2 cups.
  2. Prepare vegetables by slicing mushrooms, mincing garlic (if using fresh) and rinsing spinach. Take tails off shrimp and set aside.
  3. Heat water to boil pasta according to package directions. Make sure to stir pasta occasionally while cooking to avoid sticking. While pasta is cooking, melt butter over slightly above medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook for 4-6 minutes or until tender. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Pour sauce mixture and cooked shrimp into saucepan. Heat to a light boil and reduce heat to medium. Cook until sauce begins to thicken, about 4-5 minutes. Reduce heat to low.
  4. Once pasta is done cooking, drain. Add pasta and spinach to saucepan. Stir to coat all pasta. Serve immediately with parmesan cheese.
Recipe by Breezy Bakes at https://www.breezybakes.com/gluten-free-creamy-lemon-basil-shrimp-pasta/