Ingredients
8 oz penne, cooked and cooled
1 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 tbsp butter, unsalted
¾ cup heavy cream
¼ cup chicken stock
½ cup vodka
½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated or powdered
½ cup Monterey Jack, Asiago or Provolone cheese, grated
½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
salt, to taste
Preparation
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
Saute the garlic and shrimp briefly. Set aside.
In another deep skillet, add in butter, cream, chicken stock and vodka.
Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
Add cheeses, salt, and pepper.
Simmer for 5 minutes. Stir continuously to melt the cheese.
Mix in pasta and shrimp until evenly incorporated.
Allow it to simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Serve.
