Shrimp Pasta with Cognac Sauce & Smoked Salmon
Cognac and smoked salmon contribute to the elegance of this rich dish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb black tiger shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 lb angel hair pasta
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 oz smoked salmon, diced or salmon caviar
- 2 Tbs olive oil
- Cognac Sauce1 large leek
- 1 quart heavy cream
- 1/4 cup Cognac
Directions
- Cognac SauceCut leek in half lengthwise; discarding tough green tops. Wash thoroughly. Chop and put in heavy saucepan; add cream. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cook at a slow boil until reduced and thickened, about 30 minutes. Add cognac and cook 7 minutes. Remove from heat and pureé in blender or food processor to make a smooth sauce. Adjust seasonings. Keep warm.
- To Cook ShrimpBrush shrimp with olive oil and broil or grill, 3 or 4 inches from heat, until opaque; turning once. Gently toss pasta with cream sauce and diced smoked salmon or caviar. Asparagus tips or chives, optional.
- Mound pasta on warmed serving plates; top with shrimp and garnish with asparagus trips or chives; if desired.
Recipe courtesy of the National Fisheries Institute
Nutrition Facts
Calories 796
Calories from Fat 398 (50%)
(69%)Total Fat 45g
(122%)Saturated Fat 24g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 14g
(83%)Cholesterol 249mg
(12%)Sodium 300mg
(11%)Potassium 384mg
Total Carbohydrate 61g
(8%)Dietary Fiber 2g
Sugars 1g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
(61%)Protein 30g
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