- 1 (16 ounce) package dried penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 shallot, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 cups fish stock
- 2 cups dry white wine
- 1/4 cup dry vermouth
- 2 pounds large uncooked shrimp, peeled
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup chopped Italian flat leaf parsley
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Stir in penne pasta, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and cook the shallot and garlic until tender. Pour in the fish stock, white wine, and vermouth, and simmer 15 minutes, or until reduced to a thick golden glaze.
- Place the shrimp and butter into the skillet. Cover, and cook 5 minutes over low heat, until shrimp are opaque.
- Mix the cooked penne pasta into the skillet, and gently toss with the shrimp and glaze. Top with parsley, Parmesan cheese, and pepper to serve.