Pasta Primavera with Shrimp

Ingredients

• 8oz pasta
• 2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
• 1lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8oz mushrooms, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, sliced (we used yellow)
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 4-5 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 2 Tbsp butter
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• 8oz cherry tomatoes
• 4oz asparagus
• 1 cup frozen peas, thawed

Instructions

1. Cook pasta to al dente, according to the directions on the package. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Sear the shrimp one minute per side, then remove to a plate.
3. Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet, then add mushrooms, peppers, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Sauté 4-5 minutes.
4. Add garlic and cook one more minute.
5. Stir in broth, cream, butter, cherry tomatoes, asparagus and peas. Simmer 4-5 minutes.
6. Stir in parmesan cheese. Once melted, add pasta and shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
7. Serve and garnish with fresh basil leaves, red chili flakes and more parmesan cheeses