Ingredients:
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/3 Cup chopped shallot
6 Cloves garlic -- minced
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 Cup bottled clam juice
1/4 Cup dry white wine
1/2 Cup chopped parsley -- flat-leaf
1/4 Cup chopped fresh basil -- or
( 1 tablespoon crushed)
1 Tablespoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 lb Fresh Tomatoes -- peel, seed, diced or
(1 cup chopped drained canned tomatoes)
1/2 Teaspoon salt -- (optional)
9 Ounces fresh angel hair pasta -- or
(1/2 lb capellini)
1 Pound shrimp -- medium, peel, devein |
Preparation:
1. In a large nonstick skillet, saute shallot and garlic in olive oil over low heat until shallot is wilted, about 4 minutes.
2. Add clam juice, wine, parsley, basil, pepper, and tomatoes. Partially cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
3. When sauce is almost done, fill a 5 to 6-quart (4.75 to 5.5 l) pan with water, add salt, and bring to a boil.
4. Add pasta and cook for 1 to 2 minutes (3 to 4 minutes for dry capellini), until just tender to bite. Drain well.
5. While pasta is cooking, add shrimp to simmering sauce. Cook, stirring, until opaque throughout, 3 to 4 minutes. Cut to test.
6. Divide pasta among 6 wide, shallow bowls. Spoon shrimp mixture over pasta. Serve. |
