Valentine's Dinner for Two: Romantic Pasta with Garlic Shrimp

Create a delightful Valentine's dinner for two with this romantic pasta dish featuring succulent garlic shrimp. Perfect for setting the mood, this meal is both easy to prepare and impressively delicious.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces spaghetti
• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 cup white wine (optional)
• 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

1. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 3-4 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
4. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and white wine (if using). Allow to simmer for 2-3 minutes until tomatoes soften.
5. Mix in the cooked spaghetti, lemon juice, and butter, tossing everything together until well combined.
6. Remove from heat, and stir in the fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese before serving.
7. Plate the pasta and garnish with extra parsley and cheese if desired. Enjoy your romantic dinner!