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Tuscan Shrimp With White Beans, Tomatoes And Basil Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 1 lb large shrimp (tail left on) .
  • salt & freshly ground black pepper .
  • 2 garlic cloves, sliced .
  • 3 (16 oz) cans cannellini beans or great northern beans, drained & rinsed .
  • 1/4 c olive oil .
  • SHRIMP .
  • 1/2 c basil, coarsely sliced .
  • 1 1/2 tbsps lemon juice .
  • 2 tbsps Italian parsley, sliced .
  • 1/2 c sliced onions .
  • 1/2 tsp oregano .
  • best-quality extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling .
  • 1/4 tsp pepper .
  • BEANS .
  • 1/3 c red wine vinegar .
  • 4 garlic cloves, sliced .
  • 1 c tomatoes, peeled, seeded & sliced .
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Directions
  • Step #1 Combine all bean ingredients & heat on medium low.
  • Step #2 While the beans are simmering, heat 1/4 c oil In a large-ish skillet over high heat.
  • Step #3 Add the shrimp, season this with salt & cook for about 1-3 mins, tossing frequently until shrimp turns pink & begins to curl.
  • Step #4 Don't overcook! If you using pre-cooked shrimp, you basically are just browning them a bit.
  • Step #5 Remove the shrimp to a bowl.
  • Step #6 Add the garlic to the pan & saute until the garlic browns.
  • Step #7 Add the pepper flakes & cook for 1 min.
  • Step #8 Add the tomato & basil & stir briefly, then add the lemon juice.
  • Step #9 Spice up with salt & pepper.
  • Step #10 Cook for about 1 min, & then stir in the the shrimp.
  • Step #11 Toss well & cook briefly to reheat the shrimp.
  • Step #12 Spoon the white beans on a platter or individual plates.
  • Step #13 Drizzle with the best olive oil you have.
  • Step #14 Top with shrimp mixture.
  • Step #15 Sprinkle top with parsley.
  • Enjoy the Tuscan Shrimp With White Beans, Tomatoes & Basil recipe

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