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Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp

Source: Jan Taylor

1 (16 ounce) package capellini (angel hair) pasta
1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/3 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 pound uncooked fresh or frozen (thawed)
    peeled and deveined small shrimp

Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.

While pasta is cooking, heat oil in 12-inch skillet or 4-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook parsley, garlic in oil about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until garlic is soft.

Stir in wine, nutmeg and shrimp; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 5 minutes or until shrimp are pink and firm.

Add pasta to shrimp mixture in skillet, toss gently until pasta is evenly coated.

Makes 6 servings.