Shrimp and Pasta With Basil and Tomatoes

Ingredients

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, grated (or finely minced)

• 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon dried basil
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 lb spaghetti, cooked and drained
• 1-2 tablespoon fresh basil
• salt
• pepper
• parmesan cheese

Directions

1. 1

   Mix first 4 ingredients then sprinkle over both sides of the shrimp.

2. 2

   In a large nonstick saute pan, heat oil over high heat until it starts to shimmer, 1-2 minute.

3. 3

   Add the shrimp in a single layer and 30 seconds; turn shrimp and cook on other side 30 seconds.

4. 4

   With slotted spoon, remove shrimp to paper towels to drain.

5. 5

   Reduce heat to med and add onion and garlic to pan, stirring well; cook 2-3 min until the onion starts to soften.

6. 6

   Add the tomatoes, sugar, and dried basil; cook, stirring, 3 minute.

7. 7

   Increase heat to high, stirring well and bring to a boil; cook for 1 min, stirring, then cover and reduce heat to simmer.

8. 8

   Cook for 10 more minute.

9. 9

   Add shrimp and water, stir well, and cook an additional 3-4 minute.

10. 10

    Add pasta and fresh basil to sauce and toss well; season with salt and pepper.

11. 11

    Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.