Spaghetti Shrimp Creamy Tomato (Print Format)
Tender shrimp and spaghetti mingle in a luscious creamy tomato sauce with garlic and brandy.
# Ingredients:
→ Seafood
01 -
12 oz cleaned and deveined shrimp
→ Pasta
02 -
1 lb spaghetti
→ Sauce
03 -
3 tbsp olive oil
04 -
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1/2 cup brandy
06 -
4 cups chopped canned tomatoes or tomato puree
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1/4 cup heavy cream
08 -
1 small bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped
09 -
Salt and pepper to taste
10 -
Dash of red pepper flakes
# Steps:
01 -
Warm olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
02 -
Start cooking spaghetti in boiling salted water according to package instructions.
03 -
Add shrimp to the hot oil and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until pink; transfer to a separate dish.
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Add finely chopped garlic to the skillet and stir briefly to release aroma.
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Pour in brandy and cook until reduced by half.
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Add chopped tomatoes, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes; simmer uncovered over medium heat for 5 to 6 minutes.
07 -
Stir in heavy cream, reduce heat, then return shrimp to the pan and heat just until warmed through.
08 -
Toss cooked spaghetti with shrimp sauce, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
# Tips:
01 -
Use dried spaghetti for best texture, but fresh fettuccine can also be used. Adjust red pepper flakes to taste.