Shrimp Pasta recipe

By esperling

Ingredients

• 1 pound vermicelli or linguini pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 cup peeled and diced tomato
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions

Preparation

Step 1

Cook pasta according to packaging; drain and set aside.

Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook 4 minutes, until softened. Add garlic, thyme, cayenne, pepper, and basil; cook on low for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, tomato, sugar, and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook 30 minutes, until liquid is reduced by half.

In a separate small skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook 2 minutes, until light pink. Add to pasta sauce and cook 5 minutes, stirring to combine thoroughly. Add the cooked pasta and toss well with the grated cheese. Serve topped with fresh grated cheese and green onions.

Serve this wholesome pasta with a side of steamed broccoli or a green salad. Red wine works best with the tomato sauce; try Chianti or Zinfandel.