Shrimp and Tomatoes

Another yummy and easy recipe from Everyday Foods. Serve this over soft polenta. I would have posted a recipe for polenta, but there are LOTS of delicious recipes here on Zaar already.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
•  salt and pepper, to taste
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice

Directions

1. Season the shrimp generously with salt and pepper.
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 Tbs oil.
3. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook until opaque throughout, turning occasionally, 2-3 minute.
4. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
5. Reduce the heat to medium.
6. Add remaining Tbs of oil to the pan, and cook the garlic and red pepper flakes until fragrant, about 1 minute.
7. Add the tomatoes and their juice along with 2 cups water, and bring to a boil.
8. Reduce heat to a simmer, and stir occasionally until the tomatoes have broken down and become saucy, about 15 minute.
9. Serve over warm polenta.