Shrimp Pasta Primavera Recipe



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Shrimp Pasta Primavera

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They say the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. So when I invite that special guy to dinner, I like to prepare something equally special. This well-seasoned pasta dish has lots of flavor...and it won't hurt your budget! -Shari Neff Silver Spring, Maryland

SERVINGS: 2

CATEGORY: Main Dish

METHOD:

TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Ingredients:

  • 4 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
  • 8 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 6 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 small plum tomato, peeled, seeded and diced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon each minced fresh basil, oregano, thyme and parsley
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the shrimp, asparagus and garlic in oil for 3-4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Add the mushrooms, broth, tomato, salt and pepper flakes; simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes.
    Drain pasta. Add the pasta and seasoning to skillet; toss to coat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Yield: 2 servings.


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