Shrimp Basil

 

1 pound Uncooked pasta, any variety

1/3 cup olive oil, divided

1 garlic clove, minced

1 bunch green onions, chopped
white and green parts

3 large Roma tomatoes, chopped coarsely

3/4 cup chopped basil

2 tbsp butter

1 pound raw medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tsp kosher salt

cook pasta according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 15 seconds, stirring constantly. Add green onions, tomatoes, basil, butter and remaining olive oil.

Make a well in the center of the skillet. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3 minutes. do not stir. When shrimp are cooked, stir once and cook 1 minute longer.

Arrange pasta on a serving platter and spoon shrimp and vegetables on top. Sprinkle with salt; toss gently. Top with additional chopped basil, if desired. Serves 6

 

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