Spaghetti with Peppers and Shrimp

Ingredients

• 24 colossal uncooked shrimp, peeled and de-veined
• 1 lb. cooked spaghetti
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup red onion, sliced into crescent shapes
• 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, finely diced.
• Shaved or grated Parmesan or Reggiano cheese

Directions

1. Cook shrimp in boiling water until opaque. about 3-5 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
2. Cook the spaghetti according to package directions and toss with 2 tablespoons oil to coat. Set aside to cool at room temperature.
3. In a large saute' pan, warm three tablespoons of oil over medium heat.
4. Begin the saute' with crushed pepper flakes and garlic. Once the garlic is golden (about 1 minute), add red onion and stir until they become translucent.
5. Add diced peppers and cook until soft. Add salt to taste.
6. Add the cooked pasta and shrimp and gently toss until the pasta is coated and the shrimp is evenly distributed.