Shrimp in Creamy Cognac Sauce

Name: Shrimp in Creamy Cognac Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Butter; 0.5 cup Cognac; 2 cloves Minced Garlic; 0.5 cup Nonfat Half & Half; 1 tbsp Olive Oil; 1 dash Red Pepper Flakes; 0.5 tsp Salt & Pepper; 0.5 cup Shallot; 1 lb Shrimp; 0.25 cup Sun-Dried Tomato

Appetizer 🧄Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 French 🇫🇷 High-Protein 💪Low-Carb Low-Sodium Gluten-Free Pescatarian 🐟

Shrimp in Creamy Cognac Sauce balances tender, juicy shrimp with a velvety, lightly boozy cream enhanced by sweet shallots, garlic, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes. The cognac adds warmth and depth without overpowering the seafood, while a hint of red pepper brings gentle heat. It’s an elegant yet weeknight-friendly option for date night, dinner parties, or when you want something special without much fuss.

Prep15 mins
Cook15 mins
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

1

Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2

Add shallots and garlic; cook until lightly browned.
3

Add shrimp; season with pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
4

Add sun-dried tomatoes; cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp start to brown, about 5 minutes.
5

Pour cognac into the skillet and bring it to a boil, scraping the browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon.
6

Reduce the heat to low.
7

Add half-and-half; simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.