Lush Tomato Garlic Shrimp & Pasta
Lush Tomato Garlic Shrimp & Pasta
Robert Moreland
4
15 minutes
30-45 minutes
Dinner
This creamy tomato based shrimp dish looks more complicated than it really is to make. Once you get your ingredients prepped and all laid out it comes together quickly and easily for even the least experienced home chef.
This dish features a rich and layered flavor profile, combining the savory aroma of sautéed garlic and red onion with the sweet, briny taste of shrimp. The marinara sauce adds tangy tomato depth, enhanced by crab-flavored bouillon for a subtle umami boost. Dried basil and fresh parsley contribute herbaceous notes, while a gourmet pepper blend introduces a complex spiciness. Creaminess from half and half and Parmesan cheese balances the acidity, with a pinch of sugar and salt ensuring a well-rounded taste. The result is a harmonious blend of savory, sweet, and umami flavors with a smooth, creamy texture.
Ingredients
1/2 pound linguini pasta
1 medium red onion
7 garlic cloves
1 pound of shrimp
2 teaspoons of dried basil
2 cups of reduced sodium marinara sauce
1 teaspoon of crab flavored Better than Bouillon or equivalent bouillon cube
2 teaspoons of garlic pepper
Pinch of salt
Pinch of sugar
1/3rd cup of half and half creamer
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons freshly chopped parsley.
Directions
Boil linguini pasta in a pot per package instructions
On medium heat, sauté red onion and chopped garlic cloves in 2 tablespoons of butter in a deep pan
Added shrimp and 2 teaspoons of dried basil to the onions and garlic and sauté shrimp stirring and flipping shrimp frequently. till done
Add marinara sauce, Bouillon, fresh chopped parsley and Gourmet Pepper Blend to the pan, stir and cook a few more minutes
Adde a pinch of sugar and salt to taste
Add half and half creamer to the pan and stir
Cook for a couple more minutes then turn off the heat and stir in cooked linguini and top with Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley.
