The bold flavors of the Mediterranean are a perfect complement to these large, juicy shrimp. This is a a two-step recipe and the shrimp and tomato sauce portion may be baked alone. However, with the addition of the orzo layer, you have the convenience of protein and starch all in one dish. Add sautéed green beans or spinach for a simple, festive supper.
If you want to make this dish ahead, prepare and freeze the sauce. Then just cook your favorite pasta, I prefer fettuccine, at dinnertime. Warm the sauce in the microwave, pour it over the pasta, and finish with parsley and maybe a little grated cheese. Voila! Decadent and delish.
Makes 4 servings
Preparation time: 25 minutes
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Seeing is deceiving, it’s eating that’s believing.
—James Thurber
Like many people, I eventually became aware that the problems with our environment and our food were not merely going to be inconvenient in some far-flung third world countries. Re-cycling my trash (even with the uberprogram operating in Seattle), using CFL bulbs, and avoiding processed food wasn’t going [...]
