Recipe of the week - Pasta with Shrimp in Parmesan Cream Sauce

 This recipe came from an old issue of Southern Living.  I was looking for a new shrimp recipe and this turned out to be perfect.  I've made it several times and shared the recipe with friends and everyone has enjoyed it.  It's easy and very filling!

Pasta with Shrimp in Parmesan Cream Sauce

1 lb pasta

1 lb shrimp,uncooked, peeled and deveined

1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

4 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

1 medium onion, chopped

1 lb sliced mushrooms

2 cloves of garlic, minced

1/4 cup butter

2 Tbsp olive oil

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

Cook pasta according to directions.  Drain and set aside.  Saute onions, mushrooms and garlic in butter and olive oil until tender.  Stir in cream and parmesan until well blended.  Sprinkle red pepper on top.  Add shrimp and pasta.  Cook over medium heat 5-7 minutes or until shrimp is cooked through.  Sprinkle with salt and pepper.  Serve immediately.

*I've made this with linguini and with farfelle.  Any pasta you like will work.  Enjoy!