Gemelli With Shrimp And Tomato Cream Recipe

Name: Gemelli With Shrimp And Tomato Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup finely chopped onion; 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh fennel bulb; 1/2 cup red bell pepper finely chopped; 1 teaspoon lightly crushed fennel seeds; 1 cup crushed canned tomatoes; 1/2 pound shelled medium shrimp; 1/4 cup heavy cream; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 pound gemelli pasta; 1/2 tablespoon finely chopped Italian parsley

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh fennel bulb
1/2 cup red bell pepper finely chopped
1 teaspoon lightly crushed fennel seeds
1 cup crushed canned tomatoes
1/2 pound shelled medium shrimp
1/4 cup heavy cream
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound gemelli pasta
1/2 tablespoon finely chopped Italian parsley

1
Heat the oil in a heavy skillet.
2
Add the onion, chopped fennel and bell pepper and saute until all are tender.
3
Stir in the fennel seeds and the tomatoes.
4
Bring to a simmer and cook about 15 minutes.
5
Stir in the shrimp and cook a minute or two longer, but just until the shrimp are cooked.
6
Stir in the cream, season the sauce to your taste with salt and pepper and remove from the heat.
7
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
8
Add the gemelli and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes.
9
Drain well.
10
Put the gemelli in a warm serving dish.
11
Briefly reheat the shrimp and the tomato sauce, pour over the pasta and toss well.
12
Sprinkle the parsley over the completed dish and serve.

417

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh fennel bulb, 1/2 cup red bell pepper finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Gemelli With Shrimp And Tomato Cream 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.

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Gemelli With Shrimp And Tomato Cream

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