Description
Creamy Salmon and Shrimp Florentine Pasta
Ingredients
For the Salmon:
2 salmon fillets (skin-on, about 6 oz each)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp garlic powder
For the Pasta and Sauce:
8 oz fettuccine or linguine
2 tbsp butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 cup baby spinach
8 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Pasta:
Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Salmon:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season salmon with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook skin-side down for 4–5 minutes, flip, and cook another 3–4 minutes until golden. Remove and set aside.
Sauté the Shrimp:
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté shrimp until pink, about 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
Make the Sauce:
Using the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Let it simmer until thickened. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
Combine:
Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce. Plate the pasta, top with shrimp and salmon, and serve immediately.
Enjoy this rich, creamy dish that’s bursting with fresh flavors and a touch of luxury!