Tomato-Basil Shrimp Orzo

Submitted by DeLallo Foods

"Simple to prepare, this orzo pasta dish features fresh, fragrant basil, juicy grape tomatoes, garlic and tender shrimp: made with simple, fresh ingredients—precisely what Italian cuisine is all about!"

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 (1 lb) package delallo orzo pasta
• 2 tablespoons delallo extra virgin olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes
• 1 1⁄2 lbs raw shrimp, peeled and de-veined
• 1⁄4 cup dry white wine
• 1 pint grape tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1⁄4 cup chopped basil
• salt and pepper

directions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook orzo for al dente texture, according to package instructions.
2. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat olive oil on a medium-high setting. Once hot, add garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté together for about 1 minute to infuse oil. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 5 minutes. Remove shrimp and set aside.
3. Add wine to the pan and allow it to reduce by half, about 3 minutes. Next, add tomatoes and 1 tablespoon butter; sauté tomatoes just until skin begins to loosen. Season with basil, salt and pepper. Add cooked orzo to the saucepan and toss together for 2 minutes to marry flavors.