Barilla Heart Shaped Love Pasta Spicy Shrimp Pomodoro
Barilla Heart Shaped Love Pasta Spicy Shrimp Pomodoro
Inspired by Nordstrom and shared with their permission – Barilla Love Pasta featuring shrimp over blistered tomato sauce spiced with Calabrian peppe
30 minutes total
Whether it’s a special occasion like Valentine’s Day or you just want to show someone how much you love them, this is a recipe you must whip up! It’s Barilla Heart Shaped Pasta with a Spicy Shrimp Pomodoro sauce, and it’s guaranteed to add a touch of heat to any plate, thanks to the Calabrian pepper!
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Ingredients
Serves 6
1 box | Barilla Heart Shaped Love pasta |
3 tsp | extra virgin olive oil |
1 lb | deveined shrimp, peeled |
2 | garlic cloves, minced |
1 tbsp | Calabrian pepper, chopped |
1 pt | cherry tomatoes, halved |
2 cups | San Marzano tomatoes, crushed |
3 tbsp | butter, soft |
1 tsp | Tuscan seasoning, divided |
2 oz | spinach |
2 tbsp | Parmesan cheese, grated |
To taste | sea salt and black pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs
Method
Chef's tip
This recipe can also be made using Barilla Penne Rigate pasta.
Step 1
Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook Barilla Love Heart Shaped pasta according to package directions.
Step 2
Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat add olive oil and garlic. Sauté for 15-30 seconds then add shrimp, ½ of the Tuscan seasoning, and Calabrian pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes then add cherry tomatoes.
Step 3
Sauté for 30 seconds then add San Marzano tomatoes, butter, and remaining Tuscan seasoning.
Step 4
Drain pasta and add to the sauce with spinach and ½ of the cheese. Toss well and top with remaining cheese.

Heart Shape Love Pasta
Barilla Love Pasta is available for a limited time only at select retailers nationwide including Walmart, IGA, Metro Quebec, Save-On-Foods, Giant Tiger, and Federated Co-op.
Bring a little extra love to your table with Barilla Love Pasta! This limited edition heart shaped pasta is crafted with Barilla’s 145+ years of Italian expertise in pasta making, resulting in a high-quality, non GMO pasta with ridges designed to perfectly cling to a variety of pasta sauces.
Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner, a family gathering, or simply looking to share a meaningful meal with friends, Barilla Love Pasta is a delicious way to create moments of connection and care in the lead-up to Valentine’s Day. Its al dente texture and fun, unique shape make every dish as flavourful as it is memorable.
If you can’t find it at your local store, put a request in with your local grocery store manager, as additional inventory may be brought in while supplies last.
- Shape Heart
- Cook time 7–8 mins
- Pack size 340 g
- Range Classic Blue Box
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