Paccheri with provola and shrimp

I can describe to you how to prepare Paccheri with provola and shrimp, a dish that enhances Mediterranean flavors and offers a nice mix of taste and texture. Here’s the recipe:

Ingredients

• 320 g of paccheri
• 300 g of shrimp, already cleaned
• 200 g of sweet provola (or provolone) cheese, cubed
• 1 clove of garlic
• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• 200 ml of cooking cream (or, if you prefer a lighter version, you can use tomato passata or fresh tomatoes)
• Chopped parsley (to taste)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

Preparation

1. Start by bringing a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
2. Meanwhile, take a large pan and sauté the garlic in oil until it becomes golden, then remove it.
3. Add the shrimp to the pan and cook for about 2 minutes per side, until they turn pink. Season with salt and pepper.
4. If you like, deglaze with a bit of white wine to add flavor depth, and let the alcohol evaporate.
5. Add the cream (or tomato passata) and let it simmer for a few minutes to flavor well.
6. Cook the paccheri in boiling water according to the package instructions until they are al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside some of the cooking water.
7. Transfer the paccheri to the pan with the sauce and mix gently. If the sauce is too dry, add a bit of the cooking water to blend.
8. Add the cubes of provola and let them melt slightly in the warmth of the paccheri, creating a creamy sauce.
9. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

The contrast between the sweetness of the shrimp and the full flavor of the provola will make this dish a unique experience for the palate. Enjoy your meal!