Easy Shrimp Pasta for Two |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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This recipe is from . It is easy to fix and a great weeknight meal for 2. I made a few changes for my personal taste. Ingredients:
2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette |
1/2 lb shrimp, cleaned (about 10 large) |
3/4 cup roma tomato, chopped |
2 ounces cream cheese, cubed |
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) |
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped, divided |
1/4 lb fettuccine, cooked, drained |
parmesan cheese, freshly grated |
Directions:
1. Add the shrimp to a small bowl and pour the dressing over the shrimp; cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
2. Remove the shrimp from the marinade; set aside reserving the marinade.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat; add shrimp and cook 3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, stirring frequently.
4. Using a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp from skillet; cover to keep warm, set aside.
5. Add the tomatoes, reserved marinade, cream cheese, red pepper flakes if using and 1 tablespoon of the basil to same skillet; cook and stir 3 minutes until well blended.
6. Add the shrimp; cook until heated through, stirring occasionally.
7. Place the hot fettuccine on a large serving platter; top with shrimp mixture, sprinkle with remaining basil and grate cheese over all.
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