Spaghetti with Shrimp, Stracchino, and Saffron

The pasta with shrimp, stracchino, and saffron is a rich and flavorful dish that combines the flavors of the sea with the creaminess of the cheese and the delicate aroma of saffron. Here’s how you can prepare it:

Ingredients

• 320 g spaghetti
• 200 g cleaned shrimp
• 150 g stracchino
• 1 sachet saffron
• 1 clove garlic
• Parsley to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil to taste
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil for the spaghetti.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat a drizzle of oil with a clove of garlic. When the garlic is golden, remove it and add the shrimp.
3. Sauté the shrimp for a few minutes until they turn pink, then add a sachet of saffron previously dissolved in a little pasta cooking water.
4. Cook the spaghetti for the time indicated on the package to achieve al dente texture.
5. While the spaghetti cooks, add the stracchino in pieces to the skillet with the shrimp and let it melt, stirring well to create a cream.
6. Drain the spaghetti and transfer them to the skillet with the shrimp and stracchino sauce. Toss everything for a few minutes so the spaghetti absorbs the flavors well.
7. Adjust salt and pepper to your liking and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Trivia

Saffron is a highly prized spice obtained from the pistils of the Crocus sativus flower. It has an intense yellow color and a delicate aroma; it is used in various Italian dishes, such as Milanese risotto.

For an even more Italian touch, you might consider adding a pinch of chili flakes if you like a slightly spicy flavor, or finishing the dish with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan when serving. Buon appetito!