There’s Nothing to Eat in this House

Shrimp Cappellini

I’m always amazed to hear people say that they can’t find anything to eat at their house.  Anyone with a decent pantry should be able to turn up a simple delicious meal in minutes.

Today, Friday, is the day before my weekly trip to the grocery store, so the fresh food on hand is limited, but I made a tasty Shrimp Cappellini lunch with the following basic ingredients from the pantry and with shrimps from the freezer:

Ingredients:

• Dry Cappellini, for one person
• 1/4 cups olive oil
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• Salt & black pepper
• 5 medium shrimps
• Shaved Parmesan

Directions:

1. Cook a portion of cappellini according to package directions, drain
2. Heat olive oil in a sauté pan until nearly smoking, about 20 seconds
3. Add pepper flakes, salt and black pepper to the oil and cook for 30 seconds
4. Add  shrimps and sauté for 3 minutes, ensuring not to overcook
5. Toss the pasta into the hot oil mixture, coating well
6. Serve pasta with shaved parmesan and a sprinkling of black pepper

There are tons of other simple ideas such as the Shrimp Cappellini that you can easily made from pantry foods.  Share your favorites!