This recipe for **Shrimp and Spinach Stuffed Pasta Rolls with Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Sauce** sounds absolutely delicious! Here’s a quick summary and a few tips to ensure it turns out perfectly:
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### **Ingredients Recap:**
#### **For the Pasta Rolls:**
– Lasagna sheets
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup chopped shrimp (cooked)
– 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
– 1 cup ricotta cheese
– 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
– 1 egg, beaten
– Salt and pepper, to taste
#### **For the Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Sauce:**
– 1 jar (12 oz) roasted red peppers, drained
– 1/2 cup heavy cream
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
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### **Instructions Recap:**
1. **Preheat Oven:** 375°F (190°C).
2. **Prepare Filling:**
– Sauté garlic, shrimp, and spinach. Combine with ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and egg.
3. **Assemble Rolls:**
– Spread filling on lasagna sheets, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
4. **Make Sauce:**
– Blend roasted red peppers, cream, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth. Simmer in a saucepan.
5. **Assemble Dish:**
– Pour sauce over pasta rolls, cover with foil, and bake for 20-25 minutes. Optional: Uncover and bake 5-7 minutes more to brown the top.
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### **Tips for Success:**
1. **Pasta Sheets:** If using no-boil lasagna sheets, ensure they are fully covered in sauce to prevent drying out. If using regular lasagna sheets, boil them al dente first.
2. **Shrimp:** Use pre-cooked shrimp for convenience, or cook raw shrimp until just pink to avoid overcooking.
3. **Spinach:** Squeeze out as much moisture as possible to prevent the filling from becoming watery.
4. **Sauce Consistency:** If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of milk or broth. If too thin, simmer longer or add a pinch of cornstarch slurry.
5. **Garnish:** Fresh basil or parsley adds a pop of color and freshness to the finished dish.
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Enjoy this flavorful and elegant dish! It’s perfect for a cozy dinner or impressing guests. Let me know if you’d like any substitutions or additional tips! 😊