CREAMY TOMATO PASTA WITH SHRIMP

Ingredients

1 pack penne pasta, cooked and ½ cup pasta water reserved

1 lb med/large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Salt and black pepper

1 tsp paprika

1 tbsp green seasoning

Few dashes pepper sauce

5 – 6 medium tomatoes, cut in chunks

3 – 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped

2 tbsp tomato paste

2 – 3 blades shadon beni, chopped

1 cup heavy cream

¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 – 3 tbsp vegetable oil

Extra grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Directions

1. Season the shrimp with salt, black pepper, paprika, green seasoning and pepper sauce. Let marinate for ½ hour.
2. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 – 3 minutes, just until the shrimp are cooked and turning opaque. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add the remaining oil. Add the garlic and cook just for a few seconds, being careful not to burn. Add the chopped tomatoes, stirring into the garlic. Cook until the tomatoes are softened and begin to break down. Season with a little salt and black pepper.
4. Add the tomato paste and shadon beni and mix well. Add the cream and stir into the tomatoes. Let cook for 1 – 2 minutes. The mixture will begin to bubble and thicken.
5. Add back the shrimp, mix into the tomato cream sauce. Add the cooked pasta along with a little pasta water. Add the grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well. If mixture is too thick, add a little more pasta water and/or cream. Let heat through. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
6. Serve with a little extra grated Parmesan sprinkled on top if desired.