Description

Traditionally, when I think of marinara, I think of pork, veal, or beef as the accompanying protein. My dad often combined shrimp with onions, peas, and marinara, which he served over a bowl of pasta or rice. It was an easy, tasty weeknight dinner. I hope this delights you and your children as much as it delighted me when I was a child.
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Ingredients

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2 Tbs olive oil
2 Tbs butter
Red pepper flakes, to taste
2 Tbs garlic, chopped
1/2 cup white wine
1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
3 cups marinara
2 Tbs butter
One sprig fresh thyme
1-pound peeled, deveined shrimp, seasoned with salt and pepper
1-pound cooked pasta
Parmesan cheese, optional
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Heat the olive oil and 2 Tbs butter over medium heat until melted. Add the red pepper flakes and cook for one minute. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the white wine and fresh thyme. Cook for 5-7 minutes. Add the marinara and cook for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
In a separate pan, combine 2 Tbs butter with the thyme. Once the butter has started to brown, add the shrimp and cook only 1-2 minutes on each side.
Add the cooked shrimp to the marinara. Toss with the cooked pasta.
Optional additional of parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

Yield- 4 large bowls

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Category: Mains