Linguine With Shrimp
"We enjoyed this easy shrimp and pasta recipe. Obviously any pasta will work."
Original is 4 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (454.6 g)
- Calories 452.1
- Total Fat - 25 g
- Saturated Fat - 14.3 g
- Cholesterol - 365 mg
- Sodium - 1785.4 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 16.5 g
- Dietary Fiber - 3 g
- Sugars - 4 g
- Protein - 41.3 g
- Calcium - 198.7 mg
- Iron - 2.2 mg
- Vitamin C - 62.5 mg
- Thiamin - 0.1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Cook pasta in boiling water according to package directions; drain.
Step 2
In a skillet over medium high heat melt the butter and then add the shrimp; sprinkle with salt and pepper and basil. Saute for 2 minutes or until pink; using a slotted spoon transfer to a medium bowl.
Step 3
Add onions, green pepper and garlic to skillet and saute another minute. Stir in sherry (or wine) and lemon peel; boil until reduced -- only a few minutes. Stir in clam juice and cream; boil until sauce thickens (8-10 minutes). Return shrimp and juices to skillet. Add pasta; toss and season with salt and pepper and basil (if using fresh basil).
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting shrimp, look for ones that are firm and smell fresh.
- If you don't have sherry or white wine, you can substitute with chicken broth.
- Butter: Olive oil. The benefit of this substitution is that it is a healthier alternative to butter, with fewer saturated fats. It also has a subtle flavor that will not overpower the other ingredients.
- Clam juice: Vegetable broth. The benefit of this substitution is that it is a vegetarian-friendly option, and it will also add more flavor to the dish. Additionally, it will help to bring out the flavors of the other ingredients.
Linguine With Vegetables Replace the shrimp with an equal amount of your favorite vegetables (such as mushrooms, zucchini, and bell peppers). Saute the vegetables in the butter for 2 minutes before adding the onions, garlic, sherry, and lemon peel. Proceed with the recipe as written.
Garlic Bread:
This classic side dish pairs perfectly with the Linguine With Shrimp. The garlic and butter flavors of the bread will complement the shrimp and pasta dish nicely. Plus, it's a quick and easy dish to make.
Ceasar Salad: This crunchy, flavorful salad is the perfect accompaniment to the Linguine With Shrimp. The creamy dressing and crunchy croutons will provide a great contrast to the shrimp and pasta, and the freshness of the salad will help to balance out the richness of the dish.
FAQ
Q: How long should I boil the sauce?
A: Boil the sauce until it thickens, which should take 8-10 minutes.
Q: What ingredients do I need for the sauce?
A: You will need tomato sauce, garlic, onion, oregano, basil, olive oil, and salt.
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Fun facts:
The sherry in this recipe is a fortified wine, and it was a favorite of Winston Churchill's. He reportedly drank it every day.
The use of lemon peel in this recipe is a nod to traditional Italian cuisine, which often uses citrus fruits to add a burst of flavor to dishes.