Recipe: Linguine with Shrimp and Tomatoes (serves 2)

LINGUINE WITH SHRIMP AND TOMATOES

4 oz. linguine
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1 garlic clove, chopped
2 Tbsp. finely chopped shallots
2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1/4 tsp. dried basil
1/2 lb. small or medium shrimp (raw)
2 spring onions, chopped
Salt and Freshly ground pepper

In a large pot of boiling water, cook linguine until it is tender but firm (according to package direction); drain and set aside, keeping warm in the pot with a little water.

Meanwhile, in a heavy fry pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and shallots and cook, stirring, for about 30 seconds.

Add the tomatoes and basil and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Stir in the shrimp and cook until they are hot and pink. Sprinkle the sauce with spring onions and season with salt and pepper.

Serve over hot linguine.

Servings: 2
Source: American Institute for Cancer Research