Spaghetti with Shrimp and white sauce

1. Prepare the Spaghetti:

- Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Cook the Shrimp:

- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season them with salt and pepper.

- In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium-high heat.

- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

3. Make the White Sauce:

- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

- Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer.

- Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens slightly.

- Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.

4. Combine Shrimp, Sauce, and Spaghetti:

- Add the cooked shrimp to the white sauce in the skillet.

- Toss in the cooked spaghetti and gently combine everything together until the spaghetti is coated evenly with the sauce and shrimp.