Shrimp Penne (Lemony) with Silky Tomato Sauce & Parmesan
Ingredients:
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1 lemon zest
- 1/2 pound shrimp
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- salt & pepper to taste
- chili flakes to taste
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1/3 cup water
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 pound penne pasta
- shredded Parmesan to top
Directions:
- Peel garlic; thinly slice 4 cloves & finely chop 2 cloves. Zest lemon.
- Rinse shrimp and pat dry. Toss in bowl with olive oil, chopped garlic, lemon zest, sugar, salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
- Heat 1 Tablespoon olive oil in a large pan over high heat. Add shrimp & cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
- Heat 1 Tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and chili flakes. Cook until fragrant. Stir in crushed tomatoes, water, and salt & pepper. Simmer until thickened. Stir in cream cheese and butter until melted.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente; drain.
- Stir pasta, shrimp and Parmesan into sauce. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.