Ingredients for - Creamy Gemelli Pasta with Shrimp and Spring Vegetables
How to cook deliciously - Creamy Gemelli Pasta with Shrimp and Spring Vegetables
1. Stage
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add gemelli and cook, stirring occasionally, to desired tenderness, 6 to 11 minutes. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
2. Stage
At the same time, bring another small pot of water to a boil. Add peas and boil until slightly softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain.
3. Stage
Juice 3 of the lemon halves. Slice the remaining half into thin rounds. Set aside.
4. Stage
Heat oil in a deep skillet or large pot over medium-high heat. Add peas, zucchini, and garlic; cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Add shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 3 to 5 minutes; be careful not to overcook. Remove from the heat.
5. Stage
Add cooked gemelli to the shrimp-vegetable mixture. Stir in creme fraiche and lemon juice and season with more salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with lemon slices and basil.
