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Shrimp Pomodoro

Name: Shrimp Pomodoro
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked thin spaghetti; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3/4 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) petite diced tomatoes, undrained; 10 fresh basil leaves, torn; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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Prep/Total Time: 20 min.

Makes

4 servings

My husband and I have hectic schedules, so I’m always looking for fast meals that have special-occasion appeal. Shrimp with garlic, tomatoes and pasta is a winner. —Catherine Jensen, Blytheville, Arkansas

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Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked thin spaghetti
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) petite diced tomatoes, undrained
10 fresh basil leaves, torn
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Cook spaghetti according to package directions.
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; cook until shrimp begin to turn pink, 1-2 minutes. Add garlic and pepper flakes; cook 1 minute longer.
Add tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in basil, salt and pepper. Serve with spaghetti and cheese.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup shrimp mixture with 1 cup cooked spaghetti: 357 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 108mg cholesterol, 653mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 24g protein.

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