SHRIMP FILETTO DI POMODORO

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This sensational seafood and pasta dinner is great for special occasions. Scallops can be used in place of the shrimp if desired.-Cherie Chism, Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/2 pound bacon strips, diced
1 medium onion, sliced
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 tablespoon butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (one 28 ounces, one 15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (16 ounces) linguine
2 pounds uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Saute onion and mushrooms in drippings and butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, basil, sugar, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. , Meanwhile, cook linguine according to package directions. Add shrimp and reserved bacon to tomato mixture; cook, uncovered, for 5-6 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Drain linguine; place in a large bowl. Top with shrimp mixture. Garnish with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 575mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 26g protein.