Rock Shrimp and White Bean Skillet with Bacon and Spinach

The original recipe came from a Cuisine at Home back in October in 2006. I had forgotten about it until last week when flipping through, looking for inspiration, it came to me.

I followed the recipe as it was written, but then remembered that I don't care for the bread crumbs on top. They add an extra step and don't add enough flavor (in my opinion).

Here it is (and believe it or not, but this is the simplified version!)....

Combine, Puree and Set Aside:

1 15 oz. can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

1/4 C chicken broth

2 T Parmesan, grated

1/4 t paprika

1/4 t cayenne

In a large pot, Saute for 2 to 3 minutes:

2 strips of bacon, diced

1 C onion, diced

1 red bell pepper, chopped

3 cloves garlic, mined

1/4 t red pepper flakes

Then add and cook down:

6 C fresh spinach, chopped

Pureed bean mixture

Salt and Pepper to taste

Stir in and cook:

1 lb of rock shrimp

2 T butter

1/4 c sherry or sweet vermouth

(you can then add panko bread crumbs and then put in under the broiler, but again, not worth it in my opinion).

Serves 3 to 4.