Shrimp with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Shrimp with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Author
Katie Kambridge
Source of Recipe
New York Times, 02/06/2008
Serves/Makes/Yields
4 to 6
Recipe Description

Quick shrimp dish with wonderful taste of garlic, tomatoes and white wine. 

Ingredients

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
sprig thyme several sprigs
1 tablespoon garlic minced
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes roughly chopped
2 tablespoons capers drained if necessary
1/2 cup white wine dry, can use fish stock
16-24 large shrimp peeled
salt and pepper
basil leaves chopped fresh 

Preparation

Preheat broiler; rack should be 2 to 4 " from heat source and heat as high as possible.

Put oil in a large, ovenproof skillet over medium heat and add thyme, garlic, tomatoes and capers. Cook just until mixture sizzles, then add stock or wine; raise heat and bring to a boil. Cook for about a minute, then add shrimp, turning them in the sauce.

Put skillet under broiler and cook until shrimp are done, 3-5 mins., turning once. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, garnish with basil and serve hot or warm. 

Type of Meal