Let’s talk about dinner as a family today.  I have said it so many times on here, but I think it is so important to kids and families.  I know that people are busy, and kids are involved in so many different activities lately, and dinner seems to be one of the first things to go.  Grabbing take out, everyone eating at different times, using the drive thru, and who knows how many other things to try to get everyone fed and where the need to be.   I have a child involved in activities, my husband and I both work, I completely understand.  But I remember sitting down with my family as a kid, and that was when we all shared and learned so much about what was going on.  As a parent, I want to know what is happening in my kids life, and I want him to always be able to talk to me.

Recently I read that the US ranks 33rd out of 35 countries in families sharing a meal together.  That is just crazy!!  Many studies have shown that sitting down together as a family gives kids and adults healthier eating habits, helps kids do better in school, and those kids are more emotionally stable.  So carving out just a few minutes together is more important than ever, given all the craziness that is out there in the world.  Today I am pairing up with SeaPak to bring you a Shrimptacular recipe, and help drive awareness to importance of family dinner time.  

I made Gnocchi Shrimp Scampi, and let me tell you, it was insanely good.  Plus, it only took 15 minutes to get it on the table.  That is faster than any take out I have ever seen, and so much better than the drive thru!  I started with SeaPak’s Shrimp Scampi, used some precooked gnocchi, added a few other pantry staples, and dinner was done.  The shrimp scampi comes with all the seasonings and sauce frozen on the shrimp, and it adds so much flavor to the sauce.  My family raved about this, I can not wait to make it again!!

So take a little bit of time as a family, and make dinner fun!  This gnocchi shrimp scampi is so quick and easy, but if tastes like something you would get at a restaurant.  Get out the wine glasses, pour milk in them for the kids (the adults can feel free to have the real stuff).  Just make it fun, and get everyone talking and sharing together.  It does not have to take a lot of effort, really just getting out special glasses will make the kids think this is a special night, and they will be asking to do it again and again.  To make dinner a little easier, there is a fun giveaway below!!  Take the SeaPak quiz to see what your dinner style is, where you can also get coupons for products that match your cooking style.

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Gnocchi Shrimp Scampi & Giveaway

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Use frozen shrimp scampi and gnocchi to make a super comforting dinner, ready in about 15 minutes.

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 package SeaPak Shrimp Scampi
• 1 package, (16 oz) Gnocchi
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp fresh basil
• 1/4 cup half and half

Instructions

1. Cook the Gnocchi according to the package directions.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium high for 1 minute. Add the shrimp to the pan, in a single layer. Saute for 6-7 minutes until the shrimp are starting to turn pink.
3. In a 1 cup measuring cup, combine half and half, Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, pepper, and basil.
4. Add the half and half mixture to the shrimp. Stir to combine. Cook for 3-5 more minutes, until the mixture starts to simmer and the shrimp is cooked through.
5. Toss together with gnocchi to serve.

Nutrition Information

Yield

4

Serving Size

1
Amount Per ServingCalories 107 Total Fat 6g Saturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 0g Unsaturated Fat 2g Cholesterol 69mg Sodium 462mg Carbohydrates 3g Net Carbohydrates 0g Fiber 0g Sugar 1g Sugar Alcohols 0g Protein 8g

Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on dinnersdishesanddesserts.com should only be used as a general guideline.

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Welcome to Dinners, Dishes, & Desserts where my love of food meets my busy life. My name is Erin and I’m a casual home cook who loves to feed people. On this blog, you’ll find hundreds of quick and easy recipes made mostly from scratch. My days are spent in the kitchen, creating new recipes to share with family and friends.

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