PENNE PASTA WITH SHRIMP, FETA, & PLUM TOMATOES

PENNE PASTA WITH SHRIMP, FETA, & PLUM TOMATOES image

Yield Makes 4 ample servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 oz. penne pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tbsp butter
2 large shallots, diced
6 large garlic cloves, minced
3/4 lb shelled, deveined, uncooked medium shrimp
2 lb plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped (about 5 cups)
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup (2 oz) feta cheese
2 tbsp chopped fresh Italian parsley

Steps:

1. Cook penne in large pot of boiling salted water according to package directions; drain. 2. Meanwhile, heat oil and butter in large skillet over medium heat until butter is melted. Add shallots; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until translucent and softened. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Add shrimp; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Stir in tomatoes; cook 5 minutes or until heated through. Stir in salt and pepper. 3. Top penne with shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with feta cheese and parsley.