Shrimp with Bucatini Pasta
4 servings
45 minutes
5 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Time: 45 minutes
1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
12 oz bucatini pasta
5 oz herb-seasoned croutons
2 oz anchovy fillets in olive oil
5 oz baby spinach
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 Tablespoon olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Start by bringing a big pot of salted water to a boil on high. Cook the bucatini following the package directions. Once done, drain it in a colander and save about ¼ cup of that pasta water.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, place the croutons in a plastic bag, seal it, and crush them into fine crumbs using the back of a skillet.
Step 3
In a 12-inch skillet, add the anchovies and their oil. Cook on medium-high for 3 minutes, using a spatula to mash the anchovies into a paste. Add the spinach mixture in batches, cooking until wilted and stirring constantly. Add the cooked bucatini to the skillet, stirring to combine. Add pasta water, 2 tablespoons at a time, as needed.
Step 4
In a separate skillet, add olive oil and shrimp. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side, then add the cooked shrimp to the pasta.
Step 5
Remove the pasta from heat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with the crushed croutons and Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.