Best 6 Make Ahead Party Shrimp And Veggie Penne Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our delectable Make-Ahead Party Shrimp and Veggie Penne, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This versatile dish combines succulent shrimp, crisp vegetables, and tender penne pasta, coated in a creamy and flavorful sauce. Perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations, this recipe is sure to impress. We also offer a Vegetarian variation for those who prefer a plant-based option, featuring an equally delicious combination of vegetables and a rich, creamy sauce. Additionally, discover our extensive collection of Appetizer recipes, ranging from classic favorites like Bruschetta and Guacamole to unique creations like Baked Brie with Honey and Roasted Grapes. Whether you're planning a party or simply looking for a quick and satisfying meal, our recipes have got you covered.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

GARLIC SHRIMP PASTA



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A quick and easy garlic shrimp pasta recipe with lemon, fresh or frozen vegetables, and white wine. Delicious, budget-friendly, and healthy!

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces whole-wheat linguine
1 pound fresh or frozen raw shrimp (peeled, tails removed (if frozen, thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using))
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
1 shallot (peeled and diced)
5 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (divided (use less if sensitive to spice; 1 teaspoon will have a good kick))
1 teaspoon kosher salt (divided)
1 teaspoon black pepper (divided)
24 ounces mixed vegetables ( of your choice, fresh or frozen. If frozen, thaw and drain)
1/4 cup dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc (or substitute low-sodium chicken broth))
Zest and juice of 1 large or 2 small lemons
3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese (plus additional as desired)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (plus additional as desired)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente, according to package directions. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, drain remaining water, and then toss with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, rinse the shrimp and pat dry. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 1 additional minute. Add the shrimp, and then sprinkle with half the amount of red pepper (1/4 or 1/2 teaspoon depending upon your desired spice level), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Sauté, stirring to coat with garlic, just until cooked through (both sides will be pink and opaque), about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove to a plate and set aside.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium high. Add the vegetables and the remaining 1/4 or 1/2 teaspoon red pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cook until the vegetables are hot and lightly sautéed, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the white wine and return the shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes, allowing the wine to reduce. Stir in the lemon zest and juice and remove from heat.
  • Add the pasta to the skillet and toss. If the pasta is too dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water. Serve warm, topped with Parmesan and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 4), Calories 460 kcal, Carbohydrate 55 g, Protein 38 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 173 mg, Sodium 554 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 5 g

PENNE WITH SHRIMP AND VEGETABLES



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Pressed for time? Cooked shrimp and refrigerated Alfredo sauce hurry along this rich pasta dish, which can be on the table for a family of six in only 20 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/4 cups uncooked penne pasta (8 oz)
3 tablespoons butter
1 package (8 oz) sliced fresh mushrooms (about 3 cups)
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup whipping cream
1 container (10 oz) refrigerated Alfredo pasta sauce
1 small zucchini, cut in half lengthwise, then cut into 1/2-inch slices
8 oz fresh thin asparagus spears, trimmed, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces (2 cups)
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 lb cooked deveined peeled large shrimp, thawed if frozen, tail shells removed
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 5-quart Dutch oven, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook mushrooms in butter 7 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and liquid is evaporated. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds. Add whipping cream; cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes or until slightly thickened.
  • Stir in Alfredo sauce. Add zucchini, asparagus and pepper flakes. Cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add shrimp. Cook and stir 1 minute or until asparagus is crisp-tender and shrimp are thoroughly heated.
  • Add cooked pasta to shrimp mixture; toss to combine. Season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 225 mg, Fat 7, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1 1/2 Cups), Sodium 710 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

GARLIC SHRIMP PASTA BAKE



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Want a super satisfying, quick and easy dinner? Then this buttery garlic shrimp pasta bake is definitely a family pleasing meal idea that you should try!

Provided by Ed N Angela Latimer

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Shrimp

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 (10 ounce) package penne pasta
3 tablespoons butter, divided
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, divided
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup chicken broth
1 cup milk
2 large tomatoes, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup grated Romano cheese
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon butter and vegetable oil large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add garlic; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add shrimp, 2 tablespoons parsley, and dill. Cook and stir, flipping shrimp halfway, until pink, 3 to 4 minutes. Move shrimp to a plate and set aside.
  • Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in the skillet, stirring into the shrimp juices. Add flour; whisk until fully combined and starting to turn golden, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add chicken broth and milk in that order; whisk to combine. Stir in tomatoes, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Bring sauce to a simmer.
  • Stir 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and Romano cheese into the sauce until cheeses begin to melt and sauce is creamy. Add 1 tablespoon mozzarella cheese. Mix in about 1/2 the cooked penne to start; add more if there is enough sauce to coat. Add the shrimp and stir to combine. Top with the remaining parsley, Parmesan, and mozzarella.
  • Bake in the preheated oven and bake until top is golden and sauce bubbles around the edges of the skillet, 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42.3 g, Cholesterol 156.2 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 982.4 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

PENNE PRIMAVERA WITH SHRIMP



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A delicate cream sauce seasoned with garlic enhances this mouthwatering combination of pasta, veggies and shrimp. "Feel free to substitute other vegetables, like asparagus, green beans or zucchini."-Rosemarie Bronko, Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups water
3/4 cup uncooked penne pasta
1/2 cup fresh or frozen baby carrots
3/4 cup fresh or frozen sugar snap peas
16 uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons chicken broth
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in pasta; cook for 7 minutes. Add carrots; cook for 4 minutes. Add peas; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until pasta and vegetables are tender. , Meanwhile, in another saucepan, saute shrimp and garlic in oil until shrimp turn pink. Reduce heat to medium; stir in the cream, broth, lemon juice, salt and pepper. , Drain pasta and vegetables; add to shrimp mixture. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Stir in Parmesan cheese. Transfer to a serving bowl; sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 169mg cholesterol, Sodium 534mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

PENNE WITH SHRIMP, FETA, AND SPRING VEGETABLES



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Two steps -- boil and toss -- lead to a pasta with varied tastes and textures, from sweet shrimp and fresh mint to creamy feta and crunchy snow peas.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Coarse salt and ground pepper
12 ounces penne rigate (ridged)
1 pound asparagus, trimmed, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 pound peeled and deveined frozen shrimp, thawed
8 ounces snow peas, trimmed and halved on the diagonal
3 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup crumbled feta (4 ounces)
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook penne 5 minutes less than al dente. Add asparagus; cook 3 minutes. Add shrimp and snow peas; cook 2 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water; drain pasta mixture, and return to pot.
  • To pasta mixture, add oil, lemon juice, garlic, and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water. Season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Gently mix in feta and mint; adjust to desired consistency with some pasta water as needed. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 638 g, Fat 20 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 42 g

SHRIMP PENNE WITH GARLIC SAUCE



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"My friends and family request this all the time. It's quick and smells so good." Christy Martell - Round Hill, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons seafood seasoning

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute garlic in butter. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the shrimp, cheese, parsley and seafood seasoning; heat through., Drain pasta; place in a large bowl. Add shrimp mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 226mg cholesterol, Sodium 1205mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

Tips:

  • Prep Ahead: Save time by prepping shrimp, veggies, and sauce components in advance. Store separately until ready to assemble.
  • Cook Pasta Perfectly: Follow package instructions for al dente pasta. Drain and rinse under cold water to prevent overcooking.
  • Choose Colorful Veggies: Use a variety of brightly colored vegetables for visual appeal and added nutrition.
  • Make a Flavorful Sauce: Combine creamy tomato sauce, pesto, and a touch of white wine for a rich and flavorful sauce.
  • Serve Warm or Cold: This pasta salad is delicious served warm or chilled. Adjust the temperature to your preference.

Conclusion:

This make-ahead party shrimp and veggie penne is a versatile and delicious dish perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant colors, flavorful sauce, and combination of tender shrimp and crisp vegetables, it's sure to be a hit. Whether you're hosting a party or preparing a quick and easy weeknight meal, this pasta salad is a great choice. So gather your ingredients, follow the simple steps, and enjoy a satisfying and crowd-pleasing dish!

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