Description
Get ready to fall in love with every bite of these Shrimp & Spinach Stuffed Pasta Rolls with Roasted Red Pepper Cream! Perfect for quick dinner ideas, easy dinner parties, and indulgent weekend meals, this dish brings a burst of flavor and elegance straight to your table. Tender pasta cradles a creamy, savory shrimp and spinach filling, all wrapped in a luscious, smoky roasted red pepper cream sauce. Whether you’re searching for healthy food ideas, easy recipes, or standout dinner ideas for a special occasion, this recipe delivers comfort and gourmet flair without the fuss. Let the rich aroma, vibrant colors, and mouthwatering taste turn your next meal into a celebration!
Ingredients
For the Pasta Rolls:
- 10–12 lasagna noodles
- 1 lb (450 g) shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
For the Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce:
- 2 large roasted red peppers (jarred or freshly roasted)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
- Extra Parmesan
Instructions
- Prepare the Pasta:
Boil lasagna noodles until al dente. Drain and lay flat to prevent sticking. - Make the Filling:
Sauté garlic in olive oil, cook shrimp until pink, add spinach and wilt. Let cool. Mix shrimp-spinach with ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, and seasonings. - Prepare the Sauce:
Blend roasted red peppers and broth. In a saucepan, melt butter, sauté garlic, add pepper mixture, heavy cream, Parmesan, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer until slightly thickened. - Assemble:
Spread sauce in a baking dish. Fill each pasta noodle with the shrimp-spinach mix, roll up, and place seam-side down. - Bake:
Top with remaining sauce and mozzarella. Cover with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 10 more minutes until bubbly and golden. - Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle fresh parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes