Market Umbrella is an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3), based in New Orleans, whose mission is to cultivate the power of farmers markets to drive economic and community health in the region. Market Umbrella has operated the Crescent City Farmers Markets (CCFM) since 1995.
Recipe
Auntie C’s Shrimp Pasta
This recipe comes from staffer Ardice Cotter’s family recipes and has been enjoyed by her family for many years. She hopes your family will enjoy it too!
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp butter
- 3 large garlic cloves minced
- Chili pepper flakes (big pinch)
- Salt (to taste)
- Fresh ground pepper (to taste)
- 1lb. medium frozen shrimp thawed
- 16oz dried pasta (use brown rice pasta for a Gluten Friendly option)
- 2/3 cup pasta water
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan (more for serving)
- 4 handfuls fresh spinach
Directions
Thaw shrimp and completely pat dry
Cook pasta until al dente, drain but save 2/3 cup of pasta water, set aside.
In a large pan (big enough to hold pasta and shrimp) melt butter over medium heat. When melted, add chili flakes and stir. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, ~30-45 seconds. Add shrimp and toss to coat in butter. Let shrimp cook in a single layer for 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Flip all shrimp and cook for 1-2 more minutes until pink and cooked through.
Reduce heat to low. Add pasta to shrimp butter mixture. Toss. Add pasta water and Parmesan, toss again and mix to coat well. Fold in four big handfuls of spinach and let wilt. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve with extra Parmesan on top. Yummo!
Yields: 4 servings
About Us
The Crescent City Farmers Market operates weekly year-round throughout New Orleans. The CCFM hosts 70+ local small farmers, fishers, and food producers, and more than 150,000 shoppers annually.