Description

A quick and satisfying seafood pasta dish featuring linguine coated in a silky, garlicky cream sauce with fresh shrimp and mussels. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Scale

12 oz linguine pasta
12 oz raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb fresh mussels
3 tbsp unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small shallot, finely chopped
½ cup dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
1 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt to taste (preferably kosher salt)
Black pepper to taste, freshly cracked
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the linguine. Rinse mussels under cold water, scrubbing off grit and removing beards. Discard any mussels that don’t close when tapped.
Cook linguine in boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and shallots, sauté until fragrant and translucent (2-3 minutes), avoiding browning the garlic.
Add shrimp and mussels to the skillet. Pour in white wine and cover. Steam mussels and cook shrimp until pink and opaque (about 4 minutes). Discard any mussels that remain closed.
Remove lid and add heavy cream, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Add remaining 1 tbsp butter and stir until melted to create a silky sauce.
Add drained linguine to the skillet with sauce and seafood. Toss gently to coat, adding reserved pasta water a splash at a time if sauce is too thick. Stir in chopped parsley.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and a lemon wedge if desired.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture; discard any mussels that do not close when tapped or remain closed after cooking. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. If sauce breaks, lower heat and add more cream or pasta water. Fresh lemon juice is essential to balance richness. Use fresh seafood for best flavor. Variations include adding red pepper flakes for spice, swapping mussels for clams, or using coconut milk for dairy-free option.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3
Sodium: 400
Fat: 15
Saturated Fat: 9
Carbohydrates: 40
Fiber: 3
Protein: 30

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