Fettuccine With Shrimp Recipe

Name: Fettuccine With Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds medium-size shrimp; 3 small zucchini, about 3/4 pound; 3 quarts water; Salt to taste; 3/4 pound fettuccine; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic; 2 cups cubed ripe plum tomatoes; 1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan or peccorino cheese, optional; 2 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

1 1/4 pounds medium-size shrimp
3 small zucchini, about 3/4 pound
3 quarts water
Salt to taste
3/4 pound fettuccine
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
2 cups cubed ripe plum tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan or peccorino cheese, optional
2 tablespoons butter

1
Peel and devein the shrimp.
2
Trim the ends of the zucchini and slice them thin, about 1/8 inch thick.
3
Bring the water and salt to a boil in a saucepan.
4
Add the pasta and return to a boil.
5
Cook, stirring, for 8 to 9 minutes, or according to package instructions.
6
Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid.
7
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a nonstick skillet over medium high heat.
8
Add the shrimp and garlic and cook briefly, stirring.
9
Do not allow the garlic to brown.
10
Add the zucchini, tomatoes, pepper flakes, salt and pepper.
11
Cook, stirring, over high heat for about 3 minutes.
12
Return the pasta to the cooking kettle.
13
Add the shrimp mixture, reserved cooking liquid, basil, cheese, if desired, and butter.
14
Toss well over medium high heat and serve very hot after checking the seasoning.

325

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 pounds medium-size shrimp, 3 small zucchini, about 3/4 pound, 3 quarts water, Salt to taste, and more.

Yes, Fettuccine With Shrimp 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.

Fettuccine With Shrimp

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