Shrimp Pasta Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the rest and set aside.
- 2
Cook the Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the skillet with the shrimp. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
- 4
Mix in the Pasta
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
- 5
Finish with Fresh Basil and Cheese
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 6
Serve
Serve the shrimp pasta hot, garnished with extra basil and Parmesan if desired.