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Garlic Shrimp and Pasta
Submitted by Judy, aka Sassicook on October 26, 2009 in Main Courses, Pasta
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Servings 4 | Difficulty Easy |
Ingredients
- 10 ounces, weight Angel Hair Pasta, Cooked And Buttered
- 2 cups Broccoli Florets
- ½ cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Divided
- 2 cups Sliced Fresh Mushrooms
- 1 whole Small To Medium Red Bell Pepper, Chopped Into 1/2-inch Pieces
- 1 pound Medium Shrimp, Cooked & Peeled
- 4 cloves Garlic, Minced
- ½ cups Chopped Sweet Onion
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
- Salt And Pepper, To Taste
- ½ cups Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 6 ounces, weight Package Of Baby Spinach
Preparation Instructions
Put the pasta on to cook. Meanwhile, stir-fry the broccoli in 1/4 cup of the olive oil for 5 minutes. Add the remaining oil, mushrooms, and red pepper. Stir-fry for 5 minutes more. Add the shrimp, garlic, onion, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Stir-fry for 5 minutes. Add the buttered pasta. Toss well. Arrange some baby spinach on each plate and top with a portion of shrimp and pasta. Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Cook’s note: contrary to common belief, yes, you CAN serve seafood topped with cheese. This adds another flavor layer and adds to the presentation.
