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Shrimp Pasta

You’re going to love this pasta recipe—it’s infused with tomatoes, Italian spices, and lots of cheese. A winner at the dinner table!

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

Instructions

  • 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.