Hotel Cipriani Shrimp, Tomatoes & Basil Fettuccine Recipe

Directions:

1. In a 5 quart kettle, bring 4 qts. salted water to a boil.
2. In a large skillet cook garlic in oil over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden; discard garlic.
3. Increase heat to moderate high and saute shrimp with salt to taste;1 minute Add Cognac and carefully ignite; when flames subside; add tomatoes with juice, salt and fresh black pepper; simmer until shrimp are opaque (about 1 min.)Keep mixture warm.
4. Add pasta to boiling water, cook until al dente about 7-9 min, drain.
5. Add pasta and herbs to shrimp mixture and heat through, tossing to coat.
6. Divide pasta among 4 plates and garnish with fresh basil sprigs.