Shrimp and Mushroom Linguini With Creamy Cheese Herb Sauce

Shrimp and Mushroom Linguini With Creamy Cheese Herb Sauce





1 (8 ounce) package linguine

2 tablespoons butter

1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced

1/2 cup butter

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

3/4 teaspoon dried basil

2/3 cup boiling water

1/2 lb cooked shrimp









1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add linguini, and cook until tender, about 7 minutes. Drain.



2. Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until tender. Transfer to a plate.



3. In the same pan, melt 1/2 cup butter with the minced garlic. Stir in the cream cheese, breaking it up with a spoon as it melts. Stir in the parsley and basil. Simmer for 5 minutes. Mix in boiling water until sauce is smooth. Stir in cooked shrimp and mushrooms, and heat through.



4. Toss linguini with shrimp sauce, and serve.

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