Shrimp Pasta

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Ingredients:

1 lb. fresh linguini

3/4 lb. raw tiger shrimp, cleaned, split lengthwise and cut in half again

1/4 cup shallots

3 large cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)

3/4 cup white wine

1/2 cup chicken broth

Olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

2 Tbs. butter

2 Tbs. flour

Preparation:

Sauté shallots and garlic in olive oil until soft. Add shrimp and sauté until pink. Remove shrimp and add herbs, wine and broth. Reduce in half. Mix butter and flour until smooth to make a beurre maniè. Add a little beurre maniè to thicken the reduction slightly.

Cook pasta until al denté. Drain and put in a large pasta bowl. Add shrimp to sauce and cook until heated. Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour shrimp sauce over pasta.

Serving Suggestion:

Serve with a hearty French bread and your favorite wine.