Peppery Blackened Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients:

• 8 oz linguine pasta
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions:

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Season shrimp with black pepper and salt, then add them to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
4. Add garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute.
5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
6. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens slightly.
7. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
8. Serve the pasta topped with chopped parsley and an extra sprinkle of black pepper.