Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Bistro Pasta Recipe

If you love your pasta dishes then this tasty Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Bistro Pasta Recipe is one you need to try right away.

This seafood pasta dish tastes amazing and is one that will leave anyone who tries it wanting more.

I personally recommend making this dish when you fancy something sophisticated and comforting at the same time.

Why You Should Try the Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Bistro Pasta Recipe

This Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Bistro Pasta Recipe stands out for its lovely combination of tasty shrimp, creamy garlic sauce, and vegetables. This recipe is great for seafood lovers and those who love comfort food.

I have made this dish for me and my husband and really enjoyed the flavors of the dish, as it was not too heavy and we felt satisfied after eating it.

This meal is also packed with protein for those who are looking for a post-gym meal or maybe just need more protein in their diets.

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 12 ounces penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves of minced garlic
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
• 1 cup of baby spinach
• 1 cup of heavy cream
• 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
• Salt and black pepper
• Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Large pot
• Large frying pan
• Colander
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Wooden spoon or spatula
• Knife and cutting board

How to Make the Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Bistro Pasta

Step 1: Cook the Pasta

1. Fill a large pot with water and add a little salt.
2. Boil the water, then add the pasta and cook until it’s just firm.
3. Drain the pasta and set it to the side.

Step 2: Prepare the Shrimp

1. Grab a frying pan and heat up 1 tablespoon on medium heat.
2. Add the shrimp and season with salt and black pepper.
3. Cook for roughly 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pinkish.
4. Take the shrimp out of the frying pan and put them to the side.

Step 3: Make the Sauce

1. In the same frying pan, add the rest of the olive oil and garlic.
2. Cook for about 1 minute until it smells good.
3. Add the cherry tomatoes and red pepper flakes.
4. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes get soft.

Step 4: Combine Ingredients

1. Turn the heat to medium and pour in the heavy cream.
2. Add the Parmesan cheese and cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce gets a little thick.
3. Add the baby spinach and cook until it gets soft.

Step 5: Mix Everything Together

• Add the cooked pasta and shrimp back into the frying pan.
• Mix everything together and heat it up.
• Taste the dish and add more salt and pepper if it needs more flavor.
• Garnish with some parsley.

What pairs well with this Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Bistro Pasta Recipe

This tasty Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Bistro Pasta Recipe can be paired with many different side dishes and drinks very easily.

You can pair this dish with fresh green salad or garlic bread which will give you a complete meal.

When it comes to drinks this recipe pairs well with a white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a Tipsy Leprechaun Drink.

Just to highlight this dish can be enjoyed by itself without any side or drink, so don’t worry about pairing if that will be an issue for you.

Tips

• If you want to add more vegetables to your diet feel free to add bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms.
• You can play around with the cheeses and use Pecorino Romano or Asiago instead of Parmesan.
• Make sure you play around with the amount of red pepper you use, and make sure to keep tasting as you add so it’s not too spicy.
• If you are not a fan of shrimp, you can use chicken or scallops which will work as well.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use frozen shrimp?

Yep, frozen shrimp can be used and be sure to thaw them completely before cooking.

Can I make this dish ahead of time?

This recipe tastes much better when cooked fresh, but you can make the sauce beforehand.

What if I don’t have heavy cream?

If you don’t have heavy cream on hand, you can mix milk and some butter, but the sauce won’t be as creamy.

Is this dish gluten-free?

If you want this recipe to be gluten-free make sure to use gluten-free pasta.

Conclusion

Make sure you try this amazing Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Bistro Pasta recipe. It’s tasty, comforting, and super easy to make.

Whether you’re cooking for yourself or making it for your loved ones, this dish is sure to impress.

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Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Bistro Pasta Recipe

Recipe by JuliaCourse: MainCuisine: Italian, AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Calories

450

kcal

Total time

35

minutes

If you love your pasta dishes then this tasty Cheesecake Factory Shrimp Bistro Pasta Recipe is one you need to try right away.

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 12 ounces penne pasta

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 4 cloves of minced garlic

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved

• 1 cup of baby spinach

• 1 cup of heavy cream

• 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese

• 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes

• Salt and black pepper

• Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Directions

• Cook the Pasta
• Fill a large pot with water and add a little salt.
• Boil the water, then add the pasta and cook until it's just firm.
• Drain the pasta and set it to the side.
• Prepare the Shrimp
• Grab a frying pan and heat up 1 tablespoon on medium heat.
• Add the shrimp and season with salt and black pepper.
• Cook for roughly 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pinkish.
• Take the shrimp out of the frying pan and put them to the side.
• Make the Sauce
• In the same frying pan, add the rest of the olive oil and garlic.
• Cook for about 1 minute until it smells good.
• Add the cherry tomatoes and red pepper flakes.
• Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes get soft.
• Combine Ingredients
• Turn the heat to medium and pour in the heavy cream.
• Add the Parmesan cheese and cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce gets a little thick.
• Add the baby spinach and cook until it gets soft.
• Mix Everything Together
• Add the cooked pasta and shrimp back into the frying pan.
• Mix everything together and heat it up.
• Taste the dish and add more salt and pepper if it needs more flavor.
• Garnish with some parsley.

Notes

• If you want to add more vegetables to your diet feel free to add bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms.
• You can play around with the cheeses and use Pecorino Romano or Asiago instead of Parmesan.
• Make sure you play around with the amount of red pepper you use, and make sure to keep tasting as you add so it's not too spicy.
• If you are not a fan of shrimp, you can use chicken or scallops which will work as well.