Monday, August 22, 2011

Chorizo Chipotle Pasta

I know this might make anyone from my Italian heritage cringe, but, I must admit, I would rather have chorizo with my pasta than Italian sausage.  (WHAT DID I JUST SAY???  I think my Italian grandparents are rolling over in their graves right now...sorry!!)  Don't get me wrong, I love, love, LOVE Italian sausage (sweet, spicy, mild, whatever) it's just that chorizo has found a very special place in my heart.... er, stomach I should say.  And, let me be the first to say, although it goes so well with so many things, it really pairs nicely with pasta!

The original recipe that sparked the idea for this was from Guy Fieri.  I saw his recipe for Chipotle Pasta and knew I was going to have to figure out a way to put some sort of spin on it to make it my own.  I think this is a great way to enjoy Guy's pasta without all the guilt.

Chorizo Chipotle Pasta
Created by Jenn's Food Journey, Inspired by Guy Fieri
Printable Recipe 
Ingredients:
12 oz whole grain penne pasta
3 Tablespoons sour cream
1 Tablespoons chipotle puree
3/4 pound ground Mexican chorizo (or use links and remove casing)
1 large yellow bell pepper, chopped
12 large frozen shrimp (thawed and tails removed)

Directions:
Cook pasta according to package directions.  Drain.

In a small bowl, mix together the sour cream and chipotle; set aside.

In a skillet, over medium heat, add the chorizo, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.  Cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.  Add the bell pepper and cook another 2 minutes.  Add the shrimp and cook until warmed through, about 3 minutes.  Add the sour cream mixture and stir to combine.  Toss in the cooked pasta.  Taste for seasoning.  Enjoy!

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10 comments:

  1. Spoon and ChopsticksAugust 22, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    That sounds lovely.

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  2. debbieAugust 22, 2011 at 4:00 AM

    I think it sounds great. A nice twist on a pasta dish!

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  3. Big DudeAugust 22, 2011 at 4:14 AM

    The dish looks outstanding and I'm also a big chorizo fan - I've got to get off my duff and try making some.

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  4. NicoleAugust 22, 2011 at 5:00 AM

    mmm chorizo is my favorite.

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  5. Andrea the Kitchen WitchAugust 22, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    Never had chorizo. Go ahead and throw stuff at me now :) Even though I'm ignorant to chorizo's flavors this looks really good, spicy and a nice twist on pasta and sausage.

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  6. Anna's kitchen tableAugust 22, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    Ooh I could really go for that Jenn!

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  7. Mary BergfeldAugust 22, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    What a gorgeous looking pasta. I really have to give this a try. Have a great day, Jenn. Blessings...Mary

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  8. PamAugust 22, 2011 at 12:28 PM

    My husband really digs chorizo - I may have to make him this dish.

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  9. UnknownAugust 22, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    I love chorizo and I love Italian sausages too. But don't make me choose. It's like my own Sophie's Choice. I'm dramatic like that. Hehe.
    The pasta looks utterly delicious Jenn.
    I tagged you in 7 links game, so if you have the time, feel free to play along. Details on my latest post.

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  10. ChrisAugust 28, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Chorizo is my favorite sausage, the flavor is just power packed. It's like Italian sausage's older, hotter sister (or brother in your case).

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