Pasta with Shrimp and Chorizo Recipe

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   Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

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   Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.

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   Meanwhile, heat 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.

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   Add the sausage and cook for a couple of minutes, until it smells fragrant and just starts to brown.

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   Stir in the garlic, cooking for 30 seconds or so, until its fragrant.

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   Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper to taste, and a big pinch of red pepper.

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   Cook for about 2 minutes, until the tomatoes release their juices.

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   Turn down the heat and let the sauce simmer actively while you cook the pasta.

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   Salt the boiling water well and add the linguine.

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    Cook until just shy of al dente.

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    About 2 minutes before the pasta is done, bury the shrimp in the sauce.

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    Crank the heat up to high.

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    Scoop out about a cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta.

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    Stir the sauce, and pour in the pasta.

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    Still over high heat, toss the pasta in the sauce, adding pasta water as you need it, for 30 seconds to a minute.

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    Drizzle in 1 to 2 tablespoons oil and toss in the herbs.

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    Serve right away.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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