Angel Hair With Lemon Shrimp And Asparagus Recipe

Name: Angel Hair With Lemon Shrimp And Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound asparagus spears, trimmed; 1 pound medium-size shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped; 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper flakes (optional); 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 cup half-and-half; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 (16-oz.) box angel hair pasta; 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Servings: persons

1 pound asparagus spears, trimmed
1 pound medium-size shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 cup half-and-half
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 (16-oz.) box angel hair pasta
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

1
Cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces. Cook in boiling water for 30 seconds. Plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process; drain and set aside.
2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
3
Saute asparagus, shrimp, bell pepper, and, if desired, dried crushed red pepper flakes in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes or until shrimp are cooked and vegetables are tender. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in half-and-half and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated.
4
Cook angel hair in boiling water according to package directions; drain and return to pot. Add shrimp mixture, lemon rind, and lemon juice to hot pasta; toss. Transfer to a serving platter; sprinkle evenly with cheese. Serve immediately.

255

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound asparagus spears, trimmed, 1 pound medium-size shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped, 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper flakes (optional), and more.

Yes, Angel Hair With Lemon Shrimp And Asparagus falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Angel Hair With Lemon Shrimp And Asparagus

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