Simple Shrimp Pasta

[ 0 ] September 26, 2011 | Archele

Much like the character Bubba in Forrest Gump believed, shrimp is extremely versatile. You can fry up a batch, stuff ’em in quesadillas or just eat them as is with a fresh serving of cocktail sauce. Besides the variety if offers, I love shrimp because it’s quick and easy. Here’s my SUPER quick, go-to shrimp recipe.

Ingredients (Servings based on dinner for two)

1/2 pound raw, jumbo shrimp
1 tomato
1/2 box of rotini pasta
Italian dressing (amount will vary based on personal preference)
Ragu Roasted Garlic Parmesan Sauce (about 1/3 – 1/2 the jar)
Old Bay Seasoning
Garlic Powder
Basil
1 tbsp Olive Oil

Directions

Bring a pan of rotini pasta to a boil. Clean and devein shrimp.

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Add shrimp to pan with 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Season with Old Bay Seasoning*. Sautee shrimp until both sides have color. Add freshly cut tomatoes.

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Season shrimp-tomato mix with basil and garlic. Add Italian dressing and mix well.

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Add Ragu Roasted Garlic Parmesan. Use your taste to judge how much to add. You will want enough to mix evenly throughout your finished pasta dish.** Mix well.

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Drain rotini and remove Parmesan-Shrimp mixture from heat. Mix all in a large bowl and serve.

Enjoy!

Archele’s Tips
*Season to taste. Old Bay has a very bold flavor and may be a bit spicy to some.
**If you don’t want to use the Ragu Roasted Garlic Parmesan, feel free to use your personal preference.