Creamy Shrimp and Tomato Pasta

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 12 oz pasta, cooked according to package directions
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 tbsp flour
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups tomatoes, diced
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. 2.Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. 3.Add the flour and whisk until smooth.
4. 4.Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream.
5. 5.Add the diced tomatoes and shrimp, and cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
6. 6.Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. 7.Serve the shrimp and tomato sauce over the cooked pasta, and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightIf you don't have chicken broth, you can use vegetable broth or water instead.
• chevron_rightFor a spicier version, add some red pepper flakes to the sauce.
• chevron_rightFeel free to use any type of pasta you like, such as spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine.