Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes is a cozy, restaurant-quality dish you can easily make at home. Here’s a complete recipe for you:

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🦐 Creamy Garlic Shrimp Over Mashed Potatoes

🧄 Ingredients:

For the Shrimp:

• 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

For the Cream Sauce:

• 2 tbsp butter

• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced (more if you love garlic!)

• 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter version)

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Mashed Potatoes:

• 2 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russets work best)

• 1/2 cup whole milk (warm)

• 1/4 cup butter

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Optional: 1/4 cup sour cream or cream cheese for extra creaminess

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🍽 Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Mashed Potatoes

1. Peel and cut potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water until fork-tender (about 15–20 minutes).

2. Drain, then mash with warm milk, butter, and season with salt & pepper. Add sour cream or cream cheese if desired.

3. Cover and keep warm.

Step 2: Cook the Shrimp

1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp oil or butter over medium-high heat.

2. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, paprika, and red pepper flakes.

3. Add shrimp and garlic to the skillet. Cook 1–2 minutes per side until shrimp is pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.

Step 3: Make the Garlic Cream Sauce

1. In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp butter and the minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

2. Pour in the cream and bring to a gentle simmer.

3. Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly (3–5 minutes).

4. Add the cooked shrimp back into the sauce. Toss to coat and cook for 1 more minute.