simulacrum of life

ingredients (serves 1):
6-7 prawns (with or without heads, intestine removed and shell on)
4-5 cloves garlic crushed
chopped red chilli (to taste)
1/2 tsp dried italian herbs
2-3 tbsp cream
20-30 gm shredded swiss cheese
120 gm dried linguini
30 ml sweet white vermouth
2 tbsp olive oil


directions:

• marinate prawns with crushed garlic, italian herbs, chopped chilli and 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil for 30-45 minutes
• whilst prawns are marinating cook linguini according to instructions. time it such that the pasta would be ready just as the prawns have finished marinating
• heat remaining olive oil in pan, and add in prawns with marinade
• saute until prawns turn pink
• pour in vermouth and stir until alcohol has been evaporated
• turn heat to low, and add in cream and cheese
• mix well and ensure that melted cheese is well incorporated into the sauce (or you might end up with cheesy lumps)
• throw in cooked linguini and toss to mix sauce
• serve and garnish with parsley

this recipe is extremely rich and fattening due to the cream content, so feel free to modify to have a less guilt inducing meal :)