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Spaghetti with Shrimp and Beef in Creamy Sauce

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3. Step-by-Step Visual Guide

In Part 3 of making Spaghetti with Shrimp and Beef in Creamy Sauce, let’s walk through the hands-on cooking technique so your texture turns out restaurant-worthy at home.

Spaghetti with Shrimp and Beef in Creamy Sauce — Step-by-Step Visual Guide (Page 3)
Step-by-Step Kitchen Technique: Cooking Spaghetti with Shrimp and Beef in Creamy Sauce · @recipestokitchen
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Start by getting your pasta going—that’s the trick to a smooth flow. While it boils, sear the shrimp quickly in a hot skillet; they’ll be done in minutes. Set them aside, then brown the beef in the same pan so it picks up all those flavorful bits left behind.

Once the cream and broth go in, let the sauce simmer gently until it thickens just enough to coat a spoon. Toss in the pasta and shrimp, and watch it all come together. The final touch of parsley adds freshness that cuts through the richness beautifully.

Head to Page 4 for my Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating Tips plus what to serve alongside this dish!

Spaghetti with Shrimp and Beef in Creamy Sauce
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Spaghetti with Shrimp and Beef in Creamy Sauce

This creamy spaghetti combines succulent shrimp and savory beef in a rich, garlicky sauce that clings to every strand. It's a cozy, one-pot wonder that feels fancy but comes together fast for a weeknight dinner.

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Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Total Time40 mins
Servings4 servings
CourseMain Course
Calories620 kcal

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🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, brown the ground beef, breaking it up. Add garlic and Italian seasoning, cook 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in Parmesan until melted.
  5. Add cooked spaghetti and shrimp to the sauce, tossing to coat. Add reserved pasta water if needed for a silky texture. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

👩🍳 Chef Elena’s Kitchen Notes & Storage

Don't overcook the shrimp—they finish quickly and stay tender if you pull them out right when they turn pink. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently with a splash of broth or cream to bring back the sauce's silkiness.

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Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 620 kcalProtein: 34gCarbs: 58gFat: 28gFiber: 4g
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Chef Elena Rossi

Ciao, I'm Elena! Trained in Florence and based in Chicago, I founded RecipesTo Kitchen (and our @recipestokitchen Pinterest community of 296,580+ monthly home cooks) to share foolproof weeknight dinners, cozy one-pot pastas, and bakery-style desserts that work on the very first try.