Angel Hair Pasta Nests

Most men seem to love angel hair (Capellini in Italian), very thin long strands). I have three men in my immediate family who always request this particular type over any other. This recipe is a unique way to serve these cute little nests by browning them first in a skillet then finishing them in chicken broth. Spoon a filling of your choice in the center of the nests. I prefer using shrimp with a cream sauce to serve this delicious entree.

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Angel Hair Pasta Nests
source: recipe and photograph created by www.finedinings.com

Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients
6 Colavita Angel Hair pasta nest (1-1/2 ounces per person)
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
6 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup heavy cream, heated
1/4 cup salad shrimp or larger shrimp if desired
1 teaspoon dried Thyme leaves
6 basil sprigs for garnish, optional

Directions
Put Colavita nests in a deep skillet with olive oil over medium heat and brown for 2-1/2 minutes each side.

Drain and discard the oil; add enough chicken broth to completely cover the pasta. Bring to a boil, cover with a lid and cook 4 minutes. The nests will separate but don't worry this is normal. To re-form them, drain the chicken broth and divide pasta equally among 6 teacups, twirl with a long-tined fork, slip off the tines of the fork onto individual serving plates shaping each one into a nest.

Spoon the heated heavy cream around the angel hair, fill with shrimp and thyme leaves. Garnish with fresh basil sprigs and serve.

Wine recommendation: Pinot Gris; Chardonnay