Tuscan Shrimp with White Beans

Ingredients

• 1 serrano pepperNutrition
• 5 tbsps extra virgin olive oilNutrition
• 2 cups petite diced tomatoesNutrition
• 10 basil leavesNutrition
• 1 lemon yields lemon juiceNutrition
• 4 cloves garlicNutrition
• 2 tbsps Italian flat-leaf parsleyNutrition
• 16 large shrimp peeledNutrition
• 3 cups cannelloni beansNutrition

Directions

1. 1Drain the beans over a bowl and reserve the liquid. Put the white beans in a large skillet with just enough of their liquid to moisten them.
2. 2Add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and bring the beans to a low simmer. Keep warm while you prepare the shrimp.
3. 3Heat 1/4 cup oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt and cook for about 1 minute, tossing frequently.
4. 4Remove the shrimp with tongs to a bowl. Add the garlic to the pan and saute until the garlic browns. Add the Serrano (or Jalapeno) chile or chili flakes and cook for 1 minute. Add the tomato and basil and stir briefly, then add the lemon juice.
5. 5Season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 1 minute, and then stir in the shrimp.
6. 6Toss well and cook briefly to reheat the shrimp. Remove the shrimp mixture to a plate and sprinkle with parsley.
7. 7Spoon the white beans on a platter or individual plates. Drizzle them with the best olive oil you have, and then top with the shrimp. Serve warm.
8. 8Note: based on a recipe from Michael Chiarello.

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