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Sautéed Shrimp & Leek Pasta

Shrimp and pasta go hand in hand and make a delicious meal. We love the addition of the tomatoes and leeks and think you will too!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 People
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 24 Large Shrimp raw, tail on
  • 5 Leeks washed and sliced
  • 3 Large Tomatoes diced
  • 6 Cloves Garlic minced
  • 3 Shallots minced
  • 1 Lemon
  • 2 Tbs Butter
  • 2 Tbs Olive oil
  • To taste Salt & pepper
  • 1/4 Cup Fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese grated
  • 1 Pkg Angel hair pasta

Method
 

  1. Gather your ingredients together.
  2. Wash the leeks removing the outer layers and thinly slice.
  3. Remove the skins to the garlic.
  4. Mince with a chef's knife and finely chop.
  5. In a large skillet add the butter and olive oil and melt.
  6. Add the leeks, shallots and garlic and sauté until soft about 10 minutes.
  7. Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salt water until done and drain.
  8. Add the shrimp to the sauce and sauté until fully cooked and bright orange in color and serve over pasta with the grated cheese.