Garlic Basil Shrimp

This dish has two things going for it: it's delish and it's extremely quick to make. The longest part is waiting for the orzo to cook. What could be better?

Garlic Basil Shrimp

Serves 4

Ingredients:

2 tbsp EVOO

1.25lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

3 garlic gloves

1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (or more if you like it more spicy)

3/4 cup dry white wine

1.5 cups grape tomatoes, halved

1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil

salt and pepper to taste

3 cups cooked orzo pasta

Directions:

Heat the oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add the shrimp and cook, turning over once, until just cooked through, about 2 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a large bowl.

Add the garlic and red pepper flakes to the oil remaining in the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the wine and cook over high high heat, stirring occasionally, for about 3 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and basil and season the sauce the salt and pepper. Return the shrimp to the pan and cook until just heated through. Serve atop orzo.