Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
12 oz

fresh or frozen shelled shrimp

shelled

1 cup

onion

chopped

2 tbsp

butter

None

1 tbsp

olive oil

None

1 cup

dry white wine

None

1 tbsp

instant chicken bouillon granules

None

1 tsp

dried basil

None

1 clove

garlic

crushed

0.5 tsp

salt

None

0.13 tsp

black pepper

None

2 piece

tomatoes

peeled, seeded and chopped

10 oz

dry pasta

cooked

0.25 cup

butter

melted

0.5 cup

Parmesan cheese

grated

0.5 cup

fresh parsley

snipped

Step 1
~2 min

Thaw shrimp if frozen.

Step 2
~2 min

Chop the onion.

Step 3
~2 min

Peel, seed, and chop the tomatoes.

Step 4
~2 min

Cook pasta according to package directions.

Step 5
~2 min

In a saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with olive oil over medium heat.

Step 6
~2 min

Add chopped onion and cook until tender, but not brown.

Step 7
~2 min

Stir in white wine, chicken bouillon granules, dried basil, crushed garlic (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Step 8
~2 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 9
~2 min

Reduce heat to low and boil gently, uncovered, for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the liquid is reduced by 2/3.

Step 10
~2 min

Add the shrimp and chopped tomatoes to the sauce and cook until shrimp is pink and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 11
~2 min

Drain the cooked pasta.

Step 12
~2 min

Add the drained pasta to the sauce.

Step 13
~2 min

Toss to combine.

Step 14
~2 min

Stir in melted butter, Parmesan cheese, and fresh parsley.

Step 15
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth for a vegetarian option.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of crusty bread for dipping.

Serve with a green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Common Italian family meal

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Date night

Popularity Score

70/100

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