Quick And Easy Brown Butter Shrimp Pasta Recipe
Prep Time:
5
minutes
Cook Time:
15
minutes
Servings:
2
servings
Ingredients
  • 2 teaspoons coarse sea salt
  • 4 cups (8 ounces) medium or large shell pasta
  • 4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup cooked shrimp, rinsed and patted dry
  • 2 teaspoons spicy brown mustard
  • 2 tablespoons whole milk
  • 2 loosely packed cups shredded white cheddar
Directions
  1. Add 1 quart water and 2 teaspoons salt to a heavy-bottomed pot and bring to a boil.
  2. Once boiling, add the pasta and cook according to package directions.
  3. Meanwhile, add the butter to a large pan over medium heat.
  4. Cook, swirling occasionally, and use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits from the side of the pan.
  5. Once the butter foams and browns, add the shrimp. Heat for a few minutes to warm through, then set aside.
  6. Combine the mustard, milk, and shredded cheese in a large bowl.
  7. Using a slotted spoon, add the cooked pasta directly from the pot to the mixing bowl. Don't worry if you add some of the water.
  8. Add the shrimp and butter mixture.
  9. Working quickly, toss well, adding more pasta water as needed to loosen up the sauce.
  10. Once well combined, taste for seasoning, adding more salt needed. Serve immediately.