Linguine With Spicy Peanut Shrimp Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 oz. linguine, fettuccine or spaghetti (uncooked)
12 oz. medium fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined or 12 oz. medium frozen shrimp, thawed
3 red bell peppers, seeds and ribs removed, cut into bite-size strips
3 scallions, sliced thin (white part and tips of green part)
2 Tbsp. smooth peanut butter
1 Tbsp. sesame oil
1/2 c. low-sodium broth or water
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1 jalapeno pepper, stemmed, seeded and sliced very thin
1/2 tsp. ground ginger
1 Tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
1 Tbsp. mild white vinegar

Preparation

Prepare pasta according to package directions.
While pasta is cooking, combine remaining ingredients in a saucepan and place over low heat.
Cover and simmer until the sauce is smooth and the shrimp are cooked through, about 2 minutes.
When pasta is done, drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
Add sauce and toss gently until well combined.
Serve immediately.
Makes about 4 servings.