Recipe: Shrimp Pasta with Spicy Tomato Sauce

SHRIMP PASTA WITH SPICY TOMATO SAUCE

"This recipe can satisfy a number of meal occasions. It's quick and easy so you can prepare it for a weeknight dinner. Yet it's also perfect for casual entertaining as it is packed with flavor and a touch of heat from the Italian herbs and crushed red pepper. Use jumbo shrimp if you want to make it impressive!"



1 (14 1/2 ounces) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (6 ounces) can tomato paste
1 cup water
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon McCormick Basil Leaves
1 teaspoon McCormick Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon McCormick Oregano Leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon McCormick Red Pepper, Crushed
8 ounces pasta, such as linguine or spaghetti
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Mix tomatoes, tomato paste, water, sugar, basil, garlic powder, oregano, salt and red pepper in large saucepan. Bring to boil on medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered, 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed on package, adding shrimp during last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain. Return pasta and shrimp to saucepot.

Pour tomato sauce over shrimp and pasta. Toss gently to coat well. Serve immediately with shredded Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Makes 6 servings
Source: McCormick