Basic Shrimp & Pasta in a Tomato Sauce

Some days, like today, I just need a quick, simple dish that uses some of my pantry staples. A no-brainer recipe if you will. Today was a cold chilly day in Baltimore which resulted in me wanting my favorite comfort food - pasta. This recipe is delicious and simple with the shrimp cooked in the tomato sauce which #1 lets you keep one more pan clean, #2 infuses the sauce with the sweetness of the shrimp and #3 makes things just a little bit simpler - ie: the no brainer part of the recipe as promised.



Basic Shrimp & Pasta in a Tomato Sauce: Serves 2-3

6oz Pasta
1/2lbs Shrimp - Peeled & De-veined
15oz Can Tomato Sauce
2TB Tomato Paste
1/2tsp Dried Basil
1/2tsp Dried Oregano
1/4tsp Garlic Powder
1/4tsp Onion Powder
Salt & Pepper

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. While the pasta is cooking put the tomato sauce, paste, and seasonings in a large saute pan and bring up to a light simmer stirring occasionally. 3-4 minutes before the pasta is finished cooking toss in the shrimp and give it a stir. Cover with a lid and let it cook for 3 minutes, give it a toss and add in the drained cooked pasta and continue to cook for a minute or two until the shrimp are completely cooked through. Turn off the heat give it another toss and cover with a lid and give the pasta 5 minutes to absorb all the goodness. Separate into bowls or plates and enjoy!

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WW: 11 Points Plus / serving @ 2 servings
7 Points Plus / serving @ 3 servings