March 25, 2012
Linguine with vodka sauce and shrimp is a recipe straight from the popular television show, Mad Men. Linguine pasta is tossed is a creamy tomato sauce that is spiked with a tad of vodka. Sauteed shrimp and chunks of green asparagus are tossed in the mix to make one delicious meal. Linguine with vodaka sauce and shrimp is an easy meal that you can whip up on Sunday night right before the show starts.
Linguine with Vodka Sauce and Shrimp
Ingredients:
1/2 pound linguine
1 teaspoon butter
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 1/2 ounces pounds Roma tomatoes, chopped or 28 can
1/4 cup vodka
1/4 cup heavy cream (or half and half)
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
12 spears of asparagus, chopped into thirds
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
black pepper
shaved Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
Directions:
Start cooking linguine.
Add shrimp and vodka.
Cook 2 minutes, then add asparagus and basil.
Cook 2 more minutes.
Serve on cooked and drained linguine.
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