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SPAGHETTI DELLA CASA
Yields: 4 servings
Ingredients
20 oz large shrimp, peeled, de-veined and chopped
1 minced shallot
1 T capers
1/4 t salt
1/4 t black pepper
3 oz unsalted butter
1 C marinara sauce
1/2 oz cognac
1 1/2 C heavy cream
1 1/4 lb spaghetti
Method
  • In a saucepan of 10 inches in diameter, melt the butter.
  • Add the shallots until they become translucent, about 1 minute.
  • Add the shrimp, capers, salt and pepper, and let braise for about 2 minutes.
  • Deglaze with the cognac. Add the heavy cream and reduce to 2/3, about 6 minutes.
  • Pour in the marinara sauce and cook for 5 minutes longer.
  • Once pasta is cooked al dente and well drained, add it to the saucepan and amalgamate for about 45 seconds.
  • Serve.
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