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Creamy Tuscan Prawns with Spinach & Sun Dried Tomatoes

Creamy Tuscan Prawns with Spinach & Sun Dried Tomatoes
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Savor rich and flavorful Creamy Tuscan Prawns with Spinach & Sun Dried Tomatoes, a quick and easy dinner perfect for any night. This dish blends tender prawns in a luscious creamy sauce with vibrant spinach and tangy sun dried tomatoes, delivering an elegant yet simple restaurant-quality meal ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Prawns & Vegetables

  • 400g fresh or thawed prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach, washed and drained
  • 1/3 cup sun dried tomatoes, finely chopped

Sauce & Flavorings

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (basil, oregano, thyme blend)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Peel and devein the prawns if needed. Finely chop the garlic and sun dried tomatoes. Wash and drain the spinach thoroughly to remove excess water that may dilute the sauce.
  2. Sauté the Prawns: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Season the prawns lightly with salt and pepper, then cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and just cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  3. Create the Flavor Base: In the same pan, add more olive oil if necessary. Sauté the garlic until fragrant without browning it. Stir in the chopped sun dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning, cooking for about 2 minutes to meld the flavors.
  4. Make the Creamy Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Allow it to thicken slightly, then stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  5. Combine Spinach and Prawns: Add the fresh spinach to the sauce, stirring until it wilts completely. Return the cooked prawns to the pan, coating them thoroughly with the creamy sauce. Warm everything together for another minute.
  6. Final Seasoning and Serve: Adjust salt and pepper to taste, then serve immediately for optimal flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature prawns to ensure even cooking and prevent rubbery texture.
  • Avoid overcooking the prawns as they become tough if cooked too long.
  • If serving over pasta, reserve some pasta water to loosen the sauce as needed.
  • Choose high-quality sun dried tomatoes for more depth of flavor and texture.
  • Grate Parmesan cheese fresh for a creamier sauce and richer taste compared to pre-grated varieties.

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Keywords: Creamy Tuscan Prawns, Spinach, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Quick Dinner, Gluten Free, Italian Seafood Dish

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