SANTA FE PASTA & SHRIMP

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Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories Seafood

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 15

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2 Tbsp butter
1 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 poblano pepper (seeded and slivered)
1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 Tbsp fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
2 Tbsp tequila
1/2 tsp seasoning salt
1/4 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/3 c half and half
2 c angel hair pasta (cooked)

Steps:

1. In a large skillet, heat butter and oil. Add shrimp and cook about 8 minutes or until shrimp are pink and firm. Remove shrimp and set aside.
2. Add peppers, onion, garlic and cilantro to skillet and saute until just barely tender. Remove vegetables and set aside.
3. Off flame - add tequila to skillet and swirl around pan. Add all seasonings and cream and simmer. Allow sauce to thicken slightly.
4. Return shrimp and vegetables to skillet and toss until mixture heats well and coats the shrimp with cream. Serve immediately over hot, cooked pasta. Garnish with parmesan chees and extra cilantro leaves.