Delicious Shrimp and Tasso Pasta Recipe

This recipe combines succulent shrimp, spicy tasso ham, and al dente pasta in a decadent creamy sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends with its bold flavors and satisfying texture.

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 oz tasso ham, diced
• 12 oz fettuccine pasta
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the tasso ham and cook until slightly crispy, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp and tasso from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the garlic and onion until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and combined.
6. Add the cooked pasta, shrimp, and tasso to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Enjoy!

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