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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes for Cozy Nights

Delight in flavorful `Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes` perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes Peeled and cubed.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Adds richness.
  • 1 cup Milk Warmed for mashing.
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Peeled and deveined shrimp For convenience.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika For flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For extra zest.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Base for the sauce.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme For brightness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Optional for tang.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Masher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by peeling and cubing the potatoes. Boil in salted water until fork-tender for about 15 minutes.
  2. Drain potatoes, return to pot, and mash with butter and warmed milk until smooth. Season with salt.
  3. Toss shrimp with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté in skillet until pink and opaque.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter, add garlic, and sauté. Pour in heavy cream, simmer, and stir in Parmesan cheese and seasoning.
  5. To serve, spoon mashed potatoes on plates, top with shrimp and creamy sauce, finishing with thyme.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 27gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with a side salad for a complete meal. Mashed potatoes can be made ahead and reheated with milk.

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