Name: Creamy Shrimp Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 people
Ingredients: 12 ounces (350 grams)linguine pasta (dry weight); 1/2 cup reserved pasta water; 2 tablespoons olive oil, (divided); 4 garlic cloves, (minced, divided); 1 yellow onion, (chopped); 8 ounces (250 g) sliced brown mushrooms; 1 pound 500 grams fresh shrimp ((prawns) without shells, washed and deveined); 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes ((adjust to suit your tastes)); 1 teaspoon mild paprika ((or smokey)); Salt to season; 8 ounces (250 g) pack cream cheese at room temperature ((low fat or fat free are fine to use)); 2 cups milk; 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, (grated); 1/2 cup light Mozzarella cheese, (shredded); Salt to season, (if desired); 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley, (to garnish)