Shrimp Filetto di Pomodoro  | 
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                                            Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 10  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    This sensational seafood and pasta dinner is great for special occasions. Scallops can be used in place of the shrimp if desired.Cherie Chism, Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                1/2 pound bacon strips, diced  |  
                                                1 medium onion, sliced  |  
                                                1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms  |  
                                                1 tablespoon butter  |  
                                                4 garlic cloves, minced  |  
                                                2 cans (one 28 ounces, one 15 ounces) crushed tomatoes  |  
                                                1/4 cup minced fresh basil  |  
                                                1 tablespoon sugar  |  
                                                1/4 teaspoon salt  |  
                                                1/4 teaspoon pepper  |  
                                                1 package (16 ounces) linguine  |  
                                                2 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined  |  
                                                grated parmesan cheese, optional  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Saute onion and mushrooms in drippings and butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, basil, sugar, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. 2. Meanwhile, cook linguine according to package directions. Add shrimp and reserved bacon to tomato mixture; cook, uncovered, for 5-6 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Drain linguine; place in a large bowl. Top with shrimp mixture. Garnish with cheese if desired. Yield: 10 servings.                              | 
                         
                         
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