Shrimp Linguine

Ingredients

• 1 lb linguine
• 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small yellow onion, chopped (about = cup)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon no-added-salt tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Cook linguine according to package directions, but do not add salt. Drain in a colander.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, in a large skillet, combine broth, lemon juice, and bay leaf.

3. 3

   Bring mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; cook, covered, until shrimp just turn pink, about 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove shrimp from skillet; cover to keep warm.

5. 5

   Reserve poaching liquid.

6. 6

   In another skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and tomato paste; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Add reserved poaching liquid; cook until mixture thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.

8. 8

   Remove bay leaf.

9. 9

   Add shrimp to skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, until heated through, about 1 minute. Stir in basil and pepper.

10. 10

    Place linguine on a serving platter.

11. 11

    Spoon sauce over top.

12. 12

    Serve immediately.

13. 13

    Shelly's cooking tip: To shell uncooked shrimp, start at the large end and peel away the shell.

14. 14

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