Shrimp and penne go together so well, they’re like the savory version of peanut butter and jelly. Pick up some leafy spinach and mix in a few strips of fresh basil leaves for added flavor.

Ingredient :

• 3 cups uncooked penne pasta (about 12 ounces)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 2 pounds uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
• 1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
• 3/4 cup half-and-half cream
• 4 cups chopped fresh spinach

Directions :

1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
2. In a large skillet, heat 1/2 tablespoon each butter and oil over medium-high heat. Saute 1 pound shrimp with 1/4 teaspoon pepper flakes until shrimp turns pink, 3-5 minutes. Remove from pan; repeat.
3. In same skillet, combine marinara sauce and cream; bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir in spinach until wilted. Add pasta and shrimp; toss and heat through.