Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 3 cups penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 12 ounces large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 roma tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups packed baby spinach leaves
  • 3/4 cup firm ricotta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, shaved

Method

  • In a large bowl, combine first five ingredients; set aside.
  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta for 10 minutes or until tender but firm.
  • Stir in prepared olive oil mixture. Cover to keep warm.
  • In a large skillet, heat 1 Tbsp oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add prawns and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add tomatoes, cooked pasta and spinach and toss over the heat just until the spinach is wilted.
  • Sprinkle with ricotta and parmesan and fold in gently.
  • Serve immediately.