Shrimp with Peppers
Servings
2Serving size
2 ounces pasta with 4 ounces shrimpThis recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.
This recipe does not make very good leftovers.
Ingredients
| 0 fluid ounces Water |
| 4 ounce Whole Wheat Penne |
| 1 Tbsp. Olive oil |
| 2 clove Garlic, raw (sliced) |
| 8 Tbsp. chopped Shallots, raw (sliced) |
| 1 Tbsp., drained Capers |
| 6 large Green olives (pitted and sliced) |
| 1/2 large (2-1/4 per lb, approx 3-3/4 inch long, 3 inch dia) Green bell peppers (seeded and julienned) |
| 1/2 large (2-1/4 per pound, approx 3-3/4 inch long, 3 inch dia.) Red bell peppers (seeded and julienned) |
| 8 3 ounces Shrimp, raw (peeled and deveined) |
| 1 ounce Parmesan cheese (grated) |
Instructions
When the water is boiling, add the pasta and cook, stirring frequently. Keep the water at a slow boil.
While the pasta is cooking, place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and when it is hot reduce the heat to medium and add the garlic, shallot, capers and olives. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes until the onions begin to soften.
Add the green and red peppers and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring frequently. If the pasta is not quite done, reduce the heat to low.
When the pasta is just done, increase the heat to medium and using a slotted spoon add the penne to the pan from the pot. After the pasta is in the pan, add about 1/2 cup of the pasta water to the pan. Toss and add the black pepper and parmesan cheese. Add 1 tablespoon of liquid from the bottle of capers.
Add the shrimp. Cook the shrimp until they begin to turn pink.
If there's not enough sauce, add a little more pasta water and toss.
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Lactose
This recipe contains cheese and some of those who are lactose intolerant may be able to tolerate it.
Recipe Notes
This recipe is a great basic technique for making quick and easy pasta meals. A little olive oil, garlic with onion or shallot, veggies and a choice of meat. You can use shrimp like this recipe but also strips of boneless chicken breast, lean beef or even pork tenderloin. After everything is cooked add the cooked pasta and a bit of cheese. Tossing the dish with some of the pasta water for a bit is key. The flour from the pasta with the pasta water and the cheese will help create a rich sauce.