frame scaron Recipe by scaron Member since November, 2009
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frame Creamy Gorgonola and Shrimp Pasta

Creamy Gorgonola and Shrimp Pasta

White wine, garlic, gorgonzola ... how can you go wrong? This delicious pasta will tempt you to lick the bowl.
Prep Time: 5 min Total Time: 30 Servings: 4
Ingredients
  • 1/2 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 lb raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup basil leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup crumbled gorgonzola cheese
  • 1/2 lb penne, cooked according to package directions
Directions
  1. 11

    In a large skillet, combine the butter and olive oil. Heat on medium, until the butter is melted, occasionally swirling the pan to combine.

  2. 22

    Add the garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes until softened (do not let it brown!).

  3. 33

    Add the shrimp to the pan and stir to coat. Cook, flipping the shrimp, until just barely pink on both sides.

  4. 44

    Pour in the white wine and season with salt and pepper. Stir well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the basil. Cook for 10 minutes.

  5. 55

    Sprinkle the gorgonzola evenly over the pan. Stir to combine. Then, add the cooked pasta and toss to coat.

  6. 66

    Serve immediately.

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