Sunday Supper...Shrimp Pasta With Tomatoes, Lemon and Spinach
Sunday, July 8, 2012 at 01:00AM
Looking forward to Supper tonight...this recipe from Bev Cooks looks and sounds so much like an old favorite from a restaurant in Little Rock, called Graffittis...
Shrimp Pasta with Tomatoes, Lemon and Spinach:
What it takes for 2:
* 1/2 pound extra large shrimp, thawed, peeled and deveined
* 2 tsp lemon zest, divided
* 1 pinch crushed red pepper
* 1 sprig fresh thyme, leaves removed and chopped
* 1 sprig fresh oregano, leaves removed and chopped
* 2 basil leaves, torn
* 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
* 4 cups baby spinach
* 2 Tbs. lemon juice (or more!)
* 1/2 pound angel hair pasta
* coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
On a plate, toss the shrimp with the crushed red pepper, half the lemon zest, chopped herbs and a pinch of salt and pepper. Let it sit while you start the rest.
Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium-high. Add the garlic and saute 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes along with the remaining lemon zest. Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper and saute for 2 minutes.
Add the shrimp in a single layer and sear on one side for 2 minutes. Flip and sear another minute, or until shrimp are cooked through. Keep tossing the tomatoes just a little bit.
In the meantime, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the angel hair until al dente, maybe 5 minutes. Drain all but about 1/2 cup of the pasta water and toss with the shrimp and tomato mixture, along with the spinach. Squeeze a lot of lemon juice right in. Season with coarse salt and pepper. Add as much pasta water as you want to create a thin, glorious sauce.
Serve it with more lemon juice, crusty bread and for heaven’s sake, fresh parmesan
Saved this dining room image on Pinterest for future inspiration...
Can't you just see wine storage behind these fabulous doors?...
Here's how I would set the table for dinner tonight...
A mix of rustic and elegant...anyone care to join us?
It's your turn. Let's talk!
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Reader Comments (11)
I would love to come for dinner tonight Mona it looks fabulous. I'm going to save this recipe myself since I'm always looking for something quick and easy.
I hope you enjoy your Sunday!
XX
Debra~
Sunday supper looks like a light and easy meal. Perfect for a H~O~T summer evening on the verandah, dahling! LOL Trying desperately to stay cool here in Texas, it's horrible!
I cannot wait to try this recipe, and the ideas for table setting are definitely my STYLE.. lovely
You did a wonderful job... Iooks like I may spin by the market to pick up shrimp this week.
Diana
That pasta looks delicious! I have shrimp in the refrig. I just might have to try that tonight. I could also sit at that table in the gorgeous dining room any night of the week!
Cheers,
Keri
this looks divine.
i am scared to death for the move....
thank you for the prayers xox
i need them
Mona I am truly wishing this dish was my dinner tonight! Delish!
xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
Looks delicious, especially with the shrimp and Parmesan. Just the kind of meal we need in this heat.
Sam
Hi lovely friend,
I LOVE anything with seafood so this post has my name on it! And the pretty urn with the planst is me too!
Love to you. Chat soon? A zillion things going on over here!
oxox, Mon
Mona-
I can't wait to try this. We have great shrimp here. I love every ingredient!
I hope that all is well with you and your family.
Happy Monday.
Teresa
xoxo
This seriously has my name all over it! Trying it this week and bookmarking it, looks AMAZING!!
This sounds simply fresh
and amazing.....looking forward
to trying it, Mona!
xo Suzanne