A Valentine’s Day Recipe Worth Falling For: Marry Me Shrimp Pasta

Posted by Joshua Greenberg on Feb 13 2026 14:00

Love is in the air — and on the plate. This Valentine’s Day, we’re excited to share one of our new favorite dishes: the Marry Me Shrimp Pasta from Delish. It’s quick to make, incredibly comforting, and absolutely packed with flavor — the perfect recipe for a cozy night in.

This pasta combines tender shrimp with a rich, creamy sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and just the right amount of heat. Whether you're cooking for someone special or treating yourself, it’s the kind of meal that makes any evening feel a little more memorable.

If you give it a try, we’d love to hear how it turns out for you. Wishing you and yours a wonderful Valentine’s Day filled with warmth, joy, and great food!

 

Marry Me Shrimp Pasta

 

Yields: 4–6 servings | Total time: 30 mins

 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, sliced (plus 4 tbsps tomato oil, divided)
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Kosher salt and black pepper
  • 16 oz rigatoni or penne
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsps tomato paste
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 (5-oz.) pkg baby spinach
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan (plus more for serving)
  • Fresh basil leaves, torn

Directions

  1. Heat two tablespoons of tomato oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, and cook until pink, about three minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. In a large pot of salted water, cook pasta until al dente; drain.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté garlic, tomato paste, red pepper flakes, and remaining oil for one minute. Add sun-dried tomatoes, broth, cream, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for five minutes.
  4. Stir in spinach until wilted, then add pasta, shrimp, and Parmesan. Mix until coated and glossy.
  5. Let it sit for two to three minutes before serving. Garnish with basil and extra Parmesan.

Whether you’re cooking for someone special or treating yourself to a cozy night in, this dish is sure to make the evening memorable.

 

Wishing you a love-filled and delicious Valentine’s Day!

About the Author

Josh Greenberg is the founder of Green Bee Insurance, a Fort Lauderdale–based Medicare and retirement planning firm serving clients across Florida. Since 2014, he has helped individuals approaching retirement compare Medicare plans, coordinate Social Security decisions, and align healthcare choices with their retirement income strategy. His approach focuses on clear education and structured plan reviews built around each client’s doctors, prescriptions, and long-term financial goals.

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